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The Heart Threat Nobody Talks About

Did you know there’s a sneaky cause of heart failure that most people (and even some doctors) miss? Cardiologist Dr. Yaranov just spilled on IG about amyloidosis—a protein that quietly invades your heart and can totally wreck it. The wild part? It’s often mistaken for stuff like hypertension or just getting older. Look out for weird fatigue, carpal tunnel, or swelling that doesn’t add up. Early detection is everything, so if you’re at risk, definitely ask your doc about it! #Health #BodyHealth #HeartHealth

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Too Much Meat = Heart Trouble?

Turns out, piling your plate with steak and eggs might not be as heart-healthy as you thought. A new study says eating more than 22% of your daily calories from protein—especially from animal sources—could actually harden your arteries. The culprit? An amino acid called leucine, mostly found in meat and eggs. Not everyone agrees, but more experts are leaning toward plant-based diets for heart health. Maybe time to swap that steak for some beans? #Health #Diet #HeartHealth

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Cheryl Bennett

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How Many Minutes to Walk for a Healthy Heart?

Turns out, you don’t need to go full gym rat to boost your heart health—just a daily walk can do wonders! Cardiologists say 21 minutes a day (yep, that’s it!) is enough to hit the American Heart Association’s sweet spot of 150 minutes a week. Not a big walker? Start with 10 minutes and work your way up. Bonus: it helps your mood, sleep, and energy too. Who knew something so simple could be such a game-changer? #Fitness #HeartHealth #WalkingChallenge

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Fiber: The Heart Hero You’re Missing

Turns out, skimping on fiber could be way riskier than we thought! A new international study found that people who eat less fiber have more dangerous, rupture-prone artery plaques—even if they’re already on heart meds. Basically, fiber isn’t just for digestion; it’s a secret weapon for your heart. If you needed another reason to pile on the veggies, grains, and beans, this is it. Who knew your next salad could be a lifesaver? #Health #BodyHealth #HeartHealth

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Terry Brown

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UH Heart Institute Earns Top Honors!

Big news: University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute just scored the highest 3-star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons for heart bypass surgery. Only 20% of hospitals nationwide get this! That means whether you’re at their main Cleveland location or one of their community hospitals, you’re getting top-tier heart care close to home. Their surgeons literally travel so patients don’t have to. Love seeing local hospitals get national recognition! #Health #BodyHealth #HeartHealth

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Statins: The Life-Saver Most Skip?

Wild stat: nearly half of Americans could be taking cholesterol-lowering meds to dodge heart attacks and strokes, but less than a quarter actually do! Researchers say if everyone eligible took statins, we could prevent tens of thousands of heart attacks, strokes, and even save billions in healthcare costs. Even folks who’ve already had a heart scare aren’t always on these meds. Makes you wonder—are we missing out on an easy win for our health? #Health #BodyHealth #HeartHealth

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Foods That Secretly Unclog Your Arteries

Who knew your kitchen could double as a heart health toolkit? These 9 everyday foods—like fatty fish, berries, oats, olive oil, walnuts, leafy greens, avocados, dark chocolate, and garlic—are proven to help keep your arteries clear. Think: salmon for dinner, berries in your smoothie, and a little dark chocolate for dessert. Even just a handful of walnuts or a daily bowl of oatmeal can make a difference. Turns out, eating your way to a healthier heart is totally doable (and delicious). #Health #Diet #HeartHealth

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Are 'Healthy' Fats Actually Hurting Us?

Turns out those 'heart-healthy' snacks like oily fish, nuts, and avocados might not be as safe as we thought! A huge new study found that omega-3 and omega-6 fats—usually praised for protecting our hearts—could actually raise inflammation in the body, upping the risk for obesity, diabetes, and even heart attacks. Researchers say just eating more omega-3s isn’t the answer. It’s all about balancing the types of fats you eat. Who else is rethinking their snack game after this? #HealthNews #HeartHealth #Nutrition #Health #BodyHealth

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Heart Attacks Aren’t #1 Anymore?!

Wild stat: Heart attacks aren’t the top heart killer in the U.S. anymore! Thanks to better meds and emergency care, deaths from heart attacks have dropped 89% since 1970. But here’s the twist—other heart issues like heart failure, high blood pressure, and arrhythmias are way up. Basically, we’re surviving heart attacks but living longer with other heart problems. Lifestyle (think: fast food, stress, and sitting all day) is still a huge risk. Time to check those heart health habits! #HeartHealth #HealthNews #Wellness #Health #BodyHealth

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This Food Beats Aspirin for Heart Health?

Dr. Eric Berg just dropped a bombshell: cod liver oil might be the ultimate artery-unclogger—yep, even better than aspirin! He says the omega-3s and vitamins in cod liver oil help keep your arteries clear, lower inflammation, and could even reduce your risk of heart attacks and strokes. Salmon, mackerel, and sardines are great too, but cod liver oil is his top pick. Before you start chugging fish oil, though, check with your doc—supplements aren’t for everyone! #HeartHealth #Superfood #Wellness #Health #Diet

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