12 Surprising Ways You May Be Harming Your Heart

When it comes to your heart, maybe you think you're doing everything right. You're not overweight, you try to exercise regularly and the last time you checked, your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers were within your target range. You're off to a great start, but on a daily basis you may be doing small things that over time can add up to big problems for your heart.

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Skimping on Your Zzz's
Close to half of all Americans don't get enough sleep, according to a recent Gallup poll. In fact, one in six people get a measly five hours of sleep a night. Whether you go to bed too late, get up too early or toss and turn all night long, if you don't get enough rest, you may be harming your heart. "Sleep promotes lower blood pressure and reduces the likelihood of irregular heartbeats, and people ... more
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Skimping on Your Zzz's
Close to half of all Americans don't get enough sleep, according to a recent Gallup poll. In fact, one in six people get a measly five hours of sleep a night. Whether you go to bed too late, get up too early or toss and turn all night long, if you don't get enough rest, you may be harming your heart. "Sleep promotes lower blood pressure and reduces the likelihood of irregular heartbeats, and people who have good sleep habits are less likely to have heart failure and heart attacks," says Dr. Foody. "If you do have trouble getting a good night's sleep -- which is eight hours for most people -- see your doctor and get evaluated." Your doctor may help you determine if there's a medical reason for your poor sleep, such as restless leg syndrome or sleep apnea, and get you treatment if necessary.

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