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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, but the thing that often gets overlooked? What you eat every day is one of the most powerful tools you have to push back against it.  Not medication. Not a procedure. Your fork. Whether you’re managing high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or have…

By now, you’ve almost certainly heard of Ozempic or Wegovy. These medications have dominated health headlines for a few years, mostly for weight loss and blood sugar management. But that’s only part of the story. Research shows that GLP-1 medications may help protect the heart, offering hope for those managing obesity, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome…

For many people living with knee osteoarthritis (OA), every step is a reminder of how much the condition affects daily life. Whether it manifests as difficulty climbing stairs, reduced independence, or simply the chronic ache that makes a good night’s sleep feel impossible, knee OA is more than a nuisance—it severely reduces quality of life….

If you notice veins on your legs that appear raised, twisted, or achy by the end of the day, you’re not alone. These are often signs of varicose veins — one of the most common vein conditions in adults. In fact, about 25 million adults in the U.S. have them. While they can be bothersome…

Living with atrial fibrillation (AFib) often means learning about new ways to keep your heart and overall health protected. One of the main concerns with AFib, a condition that causes an irregular heartbeat, is the increased chance of blood clots, which can sometimes lead to stroke. Traditionally, many patients manage this risk with daily blood-thinning…

For 40 years, Texas Cardiology Associates has been dedicated to keeping hearts healthy and strong. As we celebrate our anniversary, we continue our mission to empower people of all ages with the knowledge and resources to properly care for their heart. Heart health is a lifelong commitment, yet so many people only start paying attention…

Smartphones give us access to a seemingly endless array of health-related apps that can support our goals. And as smartphone technology (very quickly) progresses, the phones themselves even come with built-in heart health features that make it seem like there’s a cardiologist in your back pocket — literally — at all times. You can quickly…

Little Changes You Can Make in the New Year to Make a Big Impact on Your Heart Health There’s plenty of information out there on habits that are hurting your heart health, how to deal with inevitable stress, and all the big-bad-scary things in this world wreaking havoc on our cardiovascular systems. But that doesn’t…

Eating a healthy, balanced diet is one of the most impactful decisions you can make for the good of your heart health. After all, food is medicine. But at the grocery store, we’re inundated with impossible-to-pronounce ingredients and fancy marketing phrases that make us think those not-so-healthy choices are better than they really are. So,…

How to Cultivate a Healthy Stress Response & Support Your Heart Health Stress is a fact of life. From emotional pressures to physical demands and even biochemical shifts, stress comes in many forms. And each one takes a toll on our bodies—especially our hearts. While stress is unavoidable, there’s good news: you can build a…

3 Habits That Hurt Your Heart Health You’ve heard all the sage advice on how to keep your heart healthy—diet, exercise, no smoking, less alcohol, etc. But the fact of the matter is about 805,000 people suffer a heart attack each year, and about 695,000 people die from heart disease—in the United States alone! The…

Venous reflux, also known as chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), is a condition that affects the veins in your legs. It occurs when the valves in the veins malfunction, causing blood to flow backward and pool in the legs. This can lead to a variety of symptoms and, if left untreated, can result in serious health…

It’s no secret that helping you take care of your heart health is our number-one priority. After all, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 million lives each year. According to the WHO, of these deaths, 85% are due to heart attack and stroke.   And while some...

Congratulations to Stanla for Employee of the Month September 2023!  We are delighted to announce the first recipient of our Employee of the Month award. After careful consideration and review of numerous nominations, it is our great pleasure to recognize Stanla for Employee of the Month for September 2023! Stanla is our Referral Coordinator and…

Dr. Prince was the first in the North Houston area to have implanted the Abbott Navitor™ with FlexNav™! We also extend our appreciation to HCA Kingwood Cath Lab and staff. Learn more about Dr. Prince by clicking here.   Schedule an appointment with Dr. Prince today by clicking here or you may call us at 281-358-1950!

Should I See a Cardiologist How do I know when to see a cardiologist? There’s a good chance that you’re reading this because you’re wondering when to visit a Kingwood cardiologist like our physicians at TCAH. In the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. It’s no…

Is It Safe to Exercise with a Pacemaker? People with pacemakers often wonder whether it’s safe to exercise with a pacemaker. Oftentimes, they are nervous about returning to either their preferred exercise routine or some strenuous activity once they have the device implanted. While it’s important to let yourself heal after the procedure, exercise remains…

Wondering how to lower your cholesterol? Whether you’re on medicine for your cholesterol or trying to improve your heart health, there are lifestyle changes with the potential to improve your cholesterol. Moreover, if you’re already on medication, they might even help to boost your medicine’s cholesterol-lowering power.  For years, there’s been a lot of information…

What Is Congestive Heart Failure?  Congestive heart failure, often simply referred to as heart failure, happens when your heart doesn’t pump blood as well as it is meant to. There are certain conditions that weaken or stiffen your heart over time, making it more difficult to fill and pump efficiently. These vary across a spectrum…

What is Interventional Cardiology Interventional cardiology is a subspecialty of cardiology that utilizes minimally-invasive procedures, non-surgical imaging, and diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow through the arteries and heart chambers. Interventional cardiologists use similar procedures to treat cardiovascular disease. A typical procedure employed in interventional cardiology involves the insertion of a catheter into the femoral…

How to Prevent Heart Disease: Four Factors to Help  If you’re wondering how to prevent heart disease, you’re already on the right path. Unfortunately, heart disease is among the top causes of death among any gender. The good news, though, is that you can take steps to prevent it. Heart attacks and strokes are never…

Acute Coronary Syndrome: What’s That?  If you’ve never heard of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) before, you might be more familiar with heart attacks or unstable angina. While those two conditions are well-known, they are also two examples of acute coronary syndromes. That’s because it’s an umbrella term covering situations where the blood supply for the...

The DASH Diet and Your Heart Health The DASH diet, which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, is often recommended to those who want to treat or prevent high blood pressure. High blood pressure impacts over a billion people across the globe, with that number rising steadily. Over a 40-year period, the number of...

The truth of the matter is that hypertension and high blood pressure tend to get used almost interchangeably. What we have here is a number and a defined diagnosis. High blood pressure, which is also hypertension, means that your blood pressure is higher than normal levels.  Throughout the day, our blood pressure changes based on...

Did you know that TCAH is part of the faculty at the Internal Medicine Residency at HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood/University of Houston Program? Dr. Raza was given the "Teaching Attending of the Year" award, voted on by the Interns & Residents. Isn't that exciting? Have you ever won an award?

Texas Cardiology Associates Of Houston wants to wish all of our patients, friends and family, a wonderful and happy Thanksgiving! Tell us YOUR FAVORITE thing about Thanksgiving!

Lets talk about Blood Pressure! What is it? What is Normal? What is abnormal? What can you do about it? We’ve all heard about watching and maintaining a good blood pressure, but do we really know all the facts? Normal Blood pressure numbers of less than 120/80 mm Hg are considered within the normal range....