1.Red Wine and Resveratrol If you drink alcohol, a little red wine may be a heart-healthy choice. Resveratrol and catechins, two antioxidants in red

  1.Coffee If you can’t get through the morning without a java jolt, you’re not alone. About 75% of Americans are coffee drinkers, and half

  1.When You Think You’re Hungry You might really be thirsty. Most people don’t realize they’re actually thirsty when hunger seems to strike. The brain

  1.Best: Water Replacing sweetened soft drinks with water will cut hundreds of calories from your diet each day. Drinking two glasses of water before

  1. Clogged Arteries A buildup of sticky plaque (fat and cholesterol) can narrow your heart’s arteries, making it harder for blood to pass through.

  1.Artery Damage Your arteries should be sturdy, springy, and smooth to move blood easily from your heart and lungs to your organs and other

  1.Measuring Blood Pressure A cuff linked to a special device tightens around your arm to get two measurements. The top number, or “systolic,” notes

  1.The Bigger Picture You’ve probably heard to watch the amount of salt you eat, especially if you’re concerned about your blood pressure. That’s because

  1.Make Small Changes If you have high blood pressure, there’s plenty you can do every day to control it. Eating healthier, exercising more, and

  1.Avocados These pear-shaped fruits (yep, they’re fruits!) are packed with potassium. Your body needs potassium to manage its sodium levels, which in turn controls