Sex and Afib: What Doctors Want You to Know

Heart Health Daily Newsletter  |  February 02, 2015

Today's Top Story Sex and Afib: What Doctors Want You to Know Having atrial fibrillation doesn't mean you aren't heart-healthy for sex. Because sex is a form of exercise, it can actually help you manage your rapid heartbeat. Discover more about the heart-health benefits of sex.  » Featured Article 9 Products That Make Salad Prep a Cinch One of the biggest complaints we hear about salad is how time-consuming it is to chop, dice, and toss ingredients. But with the right healthy add-ons and convenient tools, making a tasty, nutritious salad can be as easy as picking up the phone and ordering takeout. Here are some of our top salad-prep picks.  » Today's Recipe Summer Paella Grilling seafood, zesty sausage, and vegetables before combining them with saffron-scented rice makes for a perfect paella. Get the recipe.  » Featured Columnist This Is Your Teen's Brain on Marijuana Teens and marijuana may be a dangerous combo, says Jack Stein of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), because of its effects on your brain. It's not your parents' marijuana, kids. See how newer forms of the drug are damaging to teens.  » Everyday Health Apps Download Our Apps for iPhone and iPad Today! Your health is in your hands - literally! Our Everyday Health app is filled with breaking health news, condition facts, and expert tips to help make getting healthy easier than ever. Get the app now! » Everyday Solutions Raising Afib Awareness Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of irregular heartbeat. Spotting afib early can help prevent complications. Learn more about this type of arrhythmia.