Stress takes a toll on the mind and the heart. It can impact heart function at a molecular level, triggering increased inflammation and “leading to the release of harmful molecules that contribute to ...

It’s easy for the heart rate to rise quickly due to exercise, stress, anxiety, seeing the person you like or even hot weather. Getting your pulse to come down in the moment can be more challenging, ...

Sure, you could lower your heart rate by slowing down. But that’s not what we’re talking about here. Assuming you’re trying to hold a steady pace, an elevated heart rate usually points to ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist explains why a lower resting heart rate can be a good sign of heart health and how to improve this vital sign. Resting heart rate — the number of ...

Whoever we are, whatever we’re doing, we have a measurable heart rate. It’s a pretty clear sign of being alive. But what should your heart rate be when exercising? When we exercise, our heart rate ...