Is Alzheimer’s Disease Preventable?
Every 65 seconds, an American develops Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common form of dementia in older adults. This progressive, memory-robbing disorder affects one in ten U.S. adults ages 65 and up, and one in three of those ages 85 and up. Globally, AD and other forms of dementia affect 47 million people — and […]
Arteriology: A Revolutionary New Approach to Preventing and Reversing Arterial Disease
After decades of progress in reducing deaths from cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading killer of Americans, CVD fatalities are on the rise, particularly among people under age 55. Indeed, middle-aged adults are more likely to die from heart attacks, strokes and other CV events now than they were in 2011. This alarming trend has prompted […]
Apples: A Delicious Natural Probiotic that Protects Gut and Heart Health
An apple a day could really keep the doctor away — by reducing your risk for heart disease, cancer, and possibly even Alzheimer’s disease, recent studies suggest. What’s more, this delightfully crunchy fruit also supports gut health, with a new report describing apples as “the best probiotics,” with a more diverse range of “good” bacteria […]
Curried Chicken Salad with Apple Rounds
Ready in just 20 minutes, these crunchy apple sandwiches are a gluten-free, low-fat twist on the classic curried chicken salad. Apples have several benefits for heart health. They’re high in fiber, which helps reduce cholesterol, and contain flavonoids: inflammation-fighting compounds that have been linked to lower risk for heart disease and cancer. Studies also suggest […]
The Amazing Heart Health Benefits of Cutting 300 Calories a Day
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Kale, Black Bean and Avocado Burrito Bowl
Ready in just minutes, this easy, gluten-free, vegan recipe abounds in heart-healthy nutrients. Often called “the queen of vegetables,” kale is low in calories but packed with vitamins and disease-fighting antioxidants. Research suggests that eating it regularly may help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Beans are also nutrient dense and help the body maintain healthy […]
Are You Getting the Best Cholesterol Test to Predict Heart Attack Risk?
For decades, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) — the notorious “bad” cholesterol — has been vilified as public enemy number one by the medical profession. Yet none of the hundreds of cholesterol studies performed to date has ever shown that LDL-C causes heart attacks. This unscientific belief has become so ingrained in medical thinking that it’s […]
Grilled Vegetable Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce
Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, colorful recipe is packed with heart-healthy antioxidants and fiber, plus delicious flavor that is sure to delight your family and friends at a summer barbeque. If desired, also grill ears of corn separately as a side dish to serve with the veggie skewers. For a quicker version, use […]
The Hidden Heart Attack and Stroke Risk Most Doctors Overlook
J.P. Moore thought he was in perfect health until he suffered a “widow-maker” heart attack on July 4, 2014, while riding his mountain bike. The then-42-year-old auto dealer from Richland, Wash., was rushed to the hospital, where tests showed that one of his coronary arteries was 98% blocked and several others were partially blocked. Treatment […]