On October 29, 2024, The Texas Heart Institute hosted the Her Heart Series, presented by WomenHeart. This impactful event in Houston addressed the critical issue of women's heart disease. Dr. Heather Pemberton, a cardiologist at The Texas Heart Institute Center for Cardiovascular Care, delivered ...

Dr. Casey Means, founder of Levels and author of Good Energy, joins Dr. Stephanie Coulter and Keri Sprung to discuss the connection between chronic inflammation and diet.

Explore why "food as medicine" is key to optimal health.

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En este episodio de Al Grano, la Doctora Karla Bekardi explica los componentes del síndrome cardio-metabólico y sus implicaciones. Las condiciones incluidas en este síndrome son: exceso de grasa abdominal, triglicéridos en sangre altos, disminución del colesterol HDL, niveles aumentados de azúcar...

Dr. Stephanie Coulter shares five essential tips for maintaining a healthy heart.

She highlights the need for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly and promotes a plant-based diet rich in whole foods. Monitoring blood pressure is crucial, especially for those with a family history of...

Dr. Mitch Tan provides an in-depth understanding of pacemakers, starting with the functioning of the heart and the necessity of pacemakers for slow heart rates.

He outlines the symptoms and risks, defines what pacemakers are, and discusses their types, battery life, monitoring features, and pro...

Dr. Stephanie Coulter, Director of the Women's Center for Heart and Vascular Health at The Texas Heart Institute, shares expert advice on how to improve your heart health through simple dietary changes. Learn about the power of microsteps and how to incorporate them into your daily life.

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Dr. Casey Means provides a simple yet powerful strategy to manage your glucose levels: exercise after eating.
Learn how even a short walk can significantly improve your body's ability to process sugar, leading to steadier energy and better sleep.

Keep watching to find the truth about alcohol an...

Stress can take a toll on your heart health. In this video, Dr. Joseph G. Rogers, a renowned cardiologist and President and CEO of the Texas Heart Institute, shares valuable insights on the connection between stress and cardiovascular disease. 

Learn how to recognize stress symptoms, practice mi...

Dr. Stephanie Coulter, a renowned cardiologist at The Texas Heart Institute Center for Cardiovascular Care, sheds light on the often-overlooked health implications of menopause.
Dr. Coulter discusses the physical and emotional changes women experience during menopause, as well as the increased r...

"A calcium score shows the amount of calcified cholesterol plaque in the arteries of your heart, a nuclear perfusion study tells us if that plaque is obstructing blood flow to your heart muscle." - Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

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In this video, Dr. Mitch Tan, a cardiac electrophysiology fellow at The Texas Heart Institute, explains atrial fibrillation (AFib), an abnormal heart rhythm associated with increased risks of stroke, hospitalization, and death.

Dr. Tan covers the basics of how the heart functions, what happens ...

In this video, Dr. Mitch Tan, a cardiac electrophysiology fellow at The Texas Heart Institute, explains what ICDs (implantable cardiac defibrillators) are, why some people need them, and how they are implanted.

ICDs are life-saving devices that monitor heart rhythm and deliver shocks if a dange...

"The most common reason for this is your heart “skipping beats”, which is benign. However, dangerous arrhythmias can be ruled by performing rhythm monitoring with a patch."
- Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

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Dr. Nikolaos Diakos interviews dietitian Kathleen Allen on maintaining cardiovascular health through diet.
They explore the significance of a plant-based diet, balanced meals, healthy protein and fat sources, and mindful eating.
They also discuss strategies for weight loss, managing cachexia in...

In her new book, Good Energy, Dr. Casey Means cuts through the noise of today's confusing dietary landscape. She offers a clear-cut framework, empowering you to make informed choices about what goes on your plate.

Dr. Means emphasizes aligning your food with your body's cellular needs. She ident...

Doctors Stephanie Coulter and Briana Costello are answering all your heart health-related queries. Have more questions? You can #AskATexasHeartDoctor on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.