Congestive heart failure killed Elizabeth Taylor and now many people are searching for more information on this deadly disease.What is congestive heart failure? According to the American Heart Association, it's 'a condition in which the heart can't pump enough blood to the body's other organs.' When your heart begins to fail, you will eventually need drugs or a heart transplant.Symptoms of congestive heart failure include fatigue, shortness of breath, swelling of the legs and ankles, rapid heartbeat and lack of appetite.Although there is a genetic link for heart disease, keep your heart healthy and strong with these tips: Don't smoke. Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight. Eat heart-healthy foods like salmon, nuts, blueberries and dark chocolate.
