Condition guide
A group of heart and blood-vessel problems influenced by blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, sleep, and activity.
In simple language
Heart disease includes problems such as blocked heart arteries, heart failure, rhythm issues, and damage from long-standing risk factors. It often develops over time rather than all at once.
The heart sits at the center of circulation, so prevention and recovery work best when food quality, activity, sleep, smoking, blood pressure, lipids, and diabetes are addressed together.
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Article
How lifestyle change can improve blood pressure and cardiovascular risk together.
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Pillar
Practical movement strategies for fitness, function, and long-term adherence.
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Pillar
Food-quality and glycemic-load strategies for cardiometabolic health.
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Official guide
Canadian education on heart disease risk, prevention, and recovery.
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Next step
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