NERVE PAIN

Nerve pain often accompanies nerve damage, which can take a long time to heal. Find out how to manage nerve pain in the meantime.

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  • Heart disease is the single biggest killer of both men and women. The best prevention tool is a healthy lifestyle and an annual doctor's appointment.
  • Lack of sleep can lead to irregular heart function. Aim to get seven to nine hours!
  • Get up from your desk. People who sit hunched over their computer for most of the day are 54 percent more likely to die of heart attacks.
  • Check sodium labels, and aim for less than 2,000 mg per day. A high salt diet significantly raises the risk of heart disease.
  • Fish: It's what's for dinner. Seafood rich in omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, mackerel, herring, sardines and tuna) reduces inflammation and prevents high cholesterol and blood pressure.

SYMPTOM CHECKER

DISEASES A-Z

Learn more about what ails you. Here are some common symptoms.

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