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conditions heart-health

How congenital heart defects develop: a practical explainer for new parents

Learn how congenital heart defects form during early pregnancy, what causes them, and how this knowledge helps parents care for their child. Plain-language explainer.

By Charlotte Evans | July 21, 2026 | 0 Share | 6 min read

conditions heart-health

3 expert-backed ways to protect your heart as an adult with a congenital defect

Discover three expert-backed strategies to protect your heart as an adult with a congenital heart defect—gentle exercise, fluid management, and mental health support.

By Charlotte Evans | July 21, 2026 | 0 Share | 6 min read

conditions heart-health

What causes congenital heart defects? Expert-backed insights from cardiologists

Cardiologists explain known causes of congenital heart defects including genetics, maternal health, infections, and medications during early pregnancy.

By Charlotte Evans | July 21, 2026 | 0 Share | 6 min read

conditions heart-health

2 common mistakes adults make when managing a congenital heart condition

Two common mistakes adults with congenital heart disease make: treating it like acquired heart disease and dropping out of specialized care. Practical guidance for staying stable.

By Charlotte Evans | July 21, 2026 | 0 Share | 6 min read

conditions diabetes

2 daily habits that silently increase your risk of diabetic retinopathy

Learn how prolonged morning high blood sugar and post-meal glucose swings silently damage the retina, plus simple daily habit changes that lower your risk.

By Lena Schmidt | July 21, 2026 | 0 Share | 6 min read

conditions pcos

How to track PCOS insulin resistance symptoms for a more productive doctor visit

Log PCOS insulin resistance symptoms before your appointment. Use patterns, not vague complaints, to get better answers from your doctor.

By Ava Williams | July 21, 2026 | 0 Share | 5 min read

conditions pcos

7 everyday habits that may silently increase insulin resistance in PCOS

Walk through 7 daily routines — from coffee to late meals — that can silently worsen insulin resistance in PCOS, plus actionable swaps to protect your health.

By Ava Williams | July 21, 2026 | 0 Share | 6 min read

conditions thyroid

3 surprising thyroid habits that can worsen Hashimoto's symptoms

Learn three surprising daily habits that can worsen Hashimoto's thyroid symptoms, from raw vegetables to high-intensity workouts and meal skipping.

By Tara Simmons | July 21, 2026 | 0 Share | 3 min read

conditions heart-health

3 habits that may worsen your heart health after a congenital defect diagnosis

Three everyday habits that can quietly worsen heart health after a congenital heart defect diagnosis, plus gentle, research-backed strategies to protect your cardiovascular system.

By Charlotte Evans | July 20, 2026 | 0 Share | 4 min read