What should my heart rate be and what affects it?
- Written by Anna Beale, Medical doctor, PhD candidate in cardiology, Monash University
Fitness makes the heart rate slower, which appears to be better for health and longevity. from www.shutterstock.com
Humans have been aware of their heart rate for thousands of years. But knowing the meaning behind the beats isn’t so simple.
Myriad factors affect our heart rate, including our age, medical conditions, medications, diet, and...
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