Sodium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in maintaining fluid balance in the body, transmitting nerve impulses, and supporting muscle function. However, consuming too much sodium can have negative effects on cardiovascular health, including increasing the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Let’s explore the impact sodium has on cardiovascular health, including the effects …
Heart disease is the number one cause of death worldwide in both men and women. In fact, nearly 18 million deaths each year are due to heart disease.1 Despite just how common a health concern it is, many people are still unaware of the facts around heart disease. And unfortunately, this type of misinformation can encourage lifestyles that are more …
From regular dental check-ups to limited screen time before bed, there’s plenty you can do to improve your heart health.
When it comes to maintaining a healthy heart, what you eat matters. The foods you choose to eat have a direct impact on your cardiovascular health and are always either helping or harming it. While there is no one-size-fits-all diet, one thing we know is that a diet that’s primarily made up of plant-based whole foods can help improve overall …
Most of us are already aware that menstruation refers to the cycle that a woman’s body goes through to prepare itself for pregnancy. But few are aware that this the various phases of each menstrual cycle can impact not only her reproductive system, but also her heart rate. (Because we know that everything in the body is connected, it’s not …
We all know how much the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the world. But while many areas of life have returned to a state of relative normalcy, the toll it’s had on other areas, like heart health, continue on. It’s pretty well known that the respiratory system is one of the primary areas impacted by this particular virus. However, we’re also …
As a Cardiogram member, you’re clearly committed to the heart health journey. Which is why we give you the tools that can empower every step. And we want to be sure you’re getting the most out of these features… There’s so much you can do with Cardiogram to take greater control over your cardiovascular wellness. Let’s explore:Deepening the Heart Health …
As of December 2022, we stopped offering Cardiogram for free, beyond a 30-day trial to new members. And now, over the next few months, we’ll phase out the free version of the app for members who joined before that date. This change will impact different members at different times, starting later this week and ending over the summer.
Now that Spring has officially sprung, we’d like to celebrate by springing some new features on you! You can expect them to start sprouting up in your Cardiogram app in the coming months. Before we take a look at what’s to come, we’d first like to give a very special thanks— from the bottom of our hearts—to those 44,000 of …
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a heart condition that can cause blood clots, stroke, and other heart-related problems. If you have AF, it’s important to understand the risks and symptoms and to work with your doctor to develop a treatment plan that’s right for you. In this article, we’ll discuss AF in more detail, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.What …
