A 30-year-old dad was diagnosed with heart failure after 5 subtle symptoms. It's a growing problem with younger adults.

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Alex Balmes, 32, was hospitalized for heart failure. He said lifestyle changes like exercise have helped him recover to keep up with his 6-year-old daughter.

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Heart disease is on the rise in younger adults. A cardiologist says prevention needs to start sooner.

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Incorporating different heart rate zones into a workout can boost fitness and prevent plateaus.

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Everything a heart health dietitian eats in a week, including plant-based protein sources and 'joy foods'

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Lena Beal, a cardiovascular dietitian, has 'joy meals' like French toast once a week.

Lena Beal

A dietitian who studies how to prevent heart attacks shared 3 healthy food swaps

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Matthew Landry researches how diet can extend healthspan and prevent heart attacks.

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Tell us your pressing health questions — we'll get answers from experts

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How a heart health dietitian — and mom of 4 boys — stays fit

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Michelle Routhenstein, a preventive cardiology dietitian, finds time to work out between her full-time job and being a mom to 4 boys.

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Fiber is great for you, but beware of fibermaxxing right away. Here's how to eat more of it without being bloated.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger isn't slowing down — he's redefining aging

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Arnold Schwarzenegger, 78, tweaked his workout and diet regimen over the years.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger cut back on protein drinks. Here's how he fuels for workouts instead.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger said he doesn't drink as many protein shakes as he used to.

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I took a VO2 max test while sprinting on a treadmill. It taught me how fast I should run to burn fat and build muscle.

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I wore a mask to track how hard my heart was working during strenuous exercise.

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