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Home » Patient Education » Nutrition » Adult Nutrition » Heart Disease » Heart Health Overview

Heart Health Overview

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If you have been diagnosed with CAD or CHF, nutrition is a critical component of your care needs.  Please use the following links and resources to better understand your disease.

Quick guide to Heart Failure

Heart Failure Zones

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): 

Coronary Artery Disease

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF): Health Recommendations

Being prepared and knowing the signs and symptoms of CHF, find out more here: "Be Prepared" 

What you can do to reduce complications and symptoms to be aware of: "What You Can Do Guide" 

Cholesterol:

Understanding what cholesterol is and where it comes from is important information you should be aware of.  This link will also provide you with more detailed information how ways to lower your cholesterol.

Blood Pressure Guide

Keeping a Home Blood Pressure diary helps to show your doctor's what is happening on a daily basis.  A printable form is available here.  Make sure to bring it to your next appointment!