Author: Amy Doneen, DNP

Seven Simple Science-Backed Steps to Clobber Diabetes Risk

Diabetes is a serious illness that left uncheck can wreak havoc on your health. Take that risk away by knowing the facts.

A new study has confirmed one of the key concepts of the BaleDoneen Method: Not only does optimizing your cardiovascular wellness help you avoid heart attacks and strokes, but as an added benefit, it can also prevent type 2 diabetes. The researchers tracked nearly 6,000 people who were initially free of diabetes for up to […]

Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Salad

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe for Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Salad

Perfect for a holiday dinner or festive family meal, this colorful vegan salad abounds in vibrant flavors and heart-healthy nutrients. Called “the jewels of autumn,” pomegranates are rich in disease-fighting antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Studies have linked consuming this tangy fruit to lower blood pressure, reduced inflammation and improved arterial wellness. Brussels sprouts are an […]

Easy Baked Ratatouille

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe on Easy Baked Ratatouille.

Elegant and delicious, this classic French vegetarian recipe is surprisingly easy to make, with just ten ingredients. It’s gluten-free, low in calories and packed with heart-healthy nutrients and antioxidants. Many studies have linked a diet high in fruits and vegetables to lower risk for heart attacks, strokes and chronic diseases. For an even simpler version […]

A Delightful Way to Keep Your Brain and Body Fit

Keeping fit can be a challenge without the right strategies. Follow us for the insights on staying fit practically and sustainably

If you love to dance, here’s some delightful news from the research front: Moving to the beat boosts brain health and helps keep your memory sharp. In an intriguing paper published in Scientific American, Columbia University neurologist John Krakauer reports that synchronizing music and movement offers “a pleasure double play:” Music lights up the brain’s reward centers, […]

Garlic Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe for Garlic Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Easy and delicious, this recipe is perfect for a summer cookout or family dinner. Shrimp are low in calories but high in protein and contain more than 20 different vitamins and minerals. These include two types of disease-fighting antioxidants: selenium, a mineral that also plays a role in immune system function; and astaxanthin (the main color […]

Surprising Heart and Brain Health Perks of Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent Fasting is a well known healthy lifestyle practice but it may contain more perks than we thought. Follow us for the breakdown

Most people think of intermittent fasting (IF) as a weight-loss plan because it helps your body burn fat. That has turned out to be the case for many of our overweight patients, most of whom have tried numerous diets without success before we suggested they try IF. Some of them have lost 30 or more […]