The Habit that Helps Beat the Heart Attack Gene, Cutting Risk by 50%
About 50% of Americans carry genes that raise their risk for heart attacks and strokes, such as 9P21, often called “the heart attack gene.” However, DNA doesn’t have to be destiny: Even if you have genetic risk for coronary heart disease (CHD), you can slash it by about 50% if you’re physically fit, according to […]
Mediterranean Diet vs. Vegetarian Diet – Which is Better for Your Heart?
“Let food be thy medicine,” Hippocrates advised centuries ago. Since then, hundreds of studies have explored which diet is healthiest. In one of the latest studies, researchers compared the effects of two low-calorie diets – a Mediterranean-style eating plan and a vegetarian diet – to see which one worked best for weight loss and improving the participants’ cardiovascular risk […]
Zesty Thai Carrot and Cucumber Noodle Salad in a Mason Jar
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7 Heart-Smart Weight-Loss Tips that Really Work
Nearly 40 percent of Americans — about 100 million people — are obese, according to a new study published in Journal of the American Medical Association. That’s alarming because obesity (defined as a body mass index, or BMI, of 30 or higher) greatly increases risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), type 2 diabetes, several forms of cancer and many other chronic […]
Wonderful Ways Mindfulness Benefits Your Heart, Brain and Arteries
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
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 […]
Passionate About Saving Lives, Hearts and Smiles
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The New Blood Pressure Guidelines: 4 Things You Need to Know
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
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 […]