13 Heart-Healthy, Low-Carb Snacks

Thursday, January 29, 2015

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Heart-Healthy, Low-Carb Snacks You’ll Love SLIDESHOW Excess carbs can raise your risk of high blood pressure. Try one of these simple, satisfying better-bets instead.

New Treatment for Heart Failure ARTICLE Gel implants show promise against advanced heart failure, study says.

A Scan to Predict Stroke? ARTICLE After a mild stroke, brain scans might help spot a patient’s risk for another stroke.

Blood Type Linked to Diabetes ARTICLE Some blood types place women at a higher risk for getting type 2 diabetes.

High Blood Pressure and ED SLIDESHOW Some blood pressure medications can affect a man in the bedroom. See what else might play a role.

Balance Tied to Stroke Risk ARTICLE If you can’t balance on one leg for at least 20 seconds, you might be at risk for a stroke, a study suggests.

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