Author: Amy Doneen, DNP

Wonderful Ways Mindfulness Benefits Your Heart, Brain and Arteries

Discover the incredible benefits of mindfulness. Reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance overall well-being with regular practice.

Did you know that chronic stress is a major risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading killer of Americans? A large study conducted in 52 countries around the world found that psychological factors (including stress) nearly tripled risk for a heart attack. Even newer research suggests that chronic tension is just as hazardous to […]

Lemon Chicken with Thyme

Learn how to make delicious Lemon Chicken with Thyme. This flavorful recipe is perfect for a quick and tasty dinner.

Quick and easy to prepare, this zesty dish is low in calories but rich in flavor, with no oil or butter used. For a delicious variation, substitute rosemary or oregano for the thyme. The American Heart Association recommends chicken, fish and beans as good sources of lean protein because they’re lower in saturated fat and cholesterol than […]

The New Blood Pressure Guidelines: 4 Things You Need to Know

Stay informed about the new blood pressure guidelines. Learn how these changes can impact your health and wellbeing.

Nearly half of U.S. adults (46%) are now considered to have high blood pressure under new guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology. The guidelines set a lower threshold for a disorder often called  “the silent killer” because hypertension typically causes few or no symptoms as it wreaks slow mayhem on […]

Rainbow Fruit Kebabs with Lemon-Lime Dip

Delicious and refreshing rainbow fruit kebabs with a zesty lemon-lime dip. Perfect for a healthy and colorful snack or dessert.

Eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables every day is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to get a full spectrum of the nutrients you need for vibrant heart and systemic health. In fact, “eating the rainbow” of fresh produce has been linked to lower risk for heart attack, stroke, high blood […]

An Easy Four-Step Plan to Optimize Your Oral Health & Prevent Heart Attacks

Lower your risk for heart attacks and improve your overall health by following a simple four-step plan for optimal oral health.

Following a simple four-step plan to protect your oral health can lower your risk for heart attacks, stroke, diabetes, colds, flu, arthritis and even some forms of cancer. In fact, a recent study of more than 5,600 older adults found that one of the simplest –and most effective – keys to a long life is […]

Chicken Breast with Mole Sauce and Citrus Thyme Salad

Try this amazing chicken breast recipe that is both delicious, easy to make, and Heart-Healthy! You won't be disappointed!

Ready in less than 30 minutes, this easy dinner recipe abounds in heart-healthy ingredients. Mole (pronounced mo-LAY) sauce derives its rich, zesty flavor from dark chocolate, which has so many cardiovascular benefits that the BaleDoneen Method prescribes 7 grams daily (one small square) for heart attack and stroke prevention. A diet high in fresh fruits […]

The Dangerous Cholesterol Most Doctors Don’t Check

Uncover the hidden dangerous cholesterol that is largely ignored in modern medicine and what to do about it for your health

After having two heart attacks in the same week, Juli Townsend was released from the hospital with prescriptions that included a high-dose statin. That didn’t make sense to the then 37-year-old customer service representative from Spokane, Washington. “I asked the doctors why I needed a cholesterol-lowering drug when they’d repeatedly told me my cholesterol levels […]