What 92% of Women Don’t Know About Screening for Heart Disease
Very few women are aware of the right age to start screening for heart disease, the leading cause of death in American women, according to a new national survey by Orlando Health. Despite a recommendation by the American Heart Association to begin heart screenings at age 20, only 8% of the women polled thought these crucial heart […]
Power Spinach Salad
This delicious recipe is used with permission from its creator, Tammy Strait, an author, lawyer, and athlete whose “Eat Well” blog is online at tammystrait.com. Farro is an ancient wheat-derived grain with a nutty flavor rich in protein, heart-healthy fiber, and essential nutrients including magnesium and iron. A high-fiber diet lowers risk for stroke, diabetes and […]
Herb Chicken with Spinach and Tomatoes
Ready in just 20 minutes, this tasty one-skillet recipe is low in calories, yet packed with heart-healthy nutrients. Studies show that tomatoes help reduce inflammation, blood pressure, and levels of oxidized LDL, a form of bad cholesterol that can lead to plaque in the arteries. In addition, researchers report that people whose diet is high in lycopene […]
The Forgotten Heart Risk that Affects Millions of Americans
Sometimes called “the forgotten virus,” hepatitis C (HCV) can not only damage the liver, but the infection is also putting millions of Americans at increased risk for heart disease, according to new research presented at the Bale Doneen Method Post Preceptorship Monthly Scientific Updates for healthcare providers. Chronic HCV is estimated to affect 2.7 to 3.9 million […]
What’s the Best Exercise to Reduce Your Waistline & Heart Attack Risk?
Happy New Year! If one of your resolutions is flatten your belly, congratulations on making an important commitment to improve your arterial health! Large studies show that having a large waistline (above 40 inches for a man and above 35 inches for a woman) can more than double risk for heart disease and more than […]
Recipe Sugar-free Cinnamon Skillet Apples
Along with its delightfully festive aroma, cinnamon has impressive health benefits, including improving blood sugar and lipid levels in people with type 2 diabetes, Prized as a food and medicine for thousands of years, this tasty spice also fights inflammation and oral bacteria, which may help prevent periodontal (gum) disease, according to research published in Journal of Contemporary […]
Landmark Bale Doneen Study Discovers New, Treatable Cause of Heart Disease
A common dental disorder found in millions of Americans can lead to heart attacks and strokes, according to a new peer-reviewed Bale Doneen study published in Postgraduate Medical Journal (PMJ). The study is the first to identify periodontal disease (PD) due to certain high-risk oral bacteria as a contributing cause of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading killer of men and […]
5 Heart-healthy New Year’s Resolutions and How to Keep Them
Chances are that you plan to ring in the New Year with visions of a thinner, fitter and healthier year ahead. Unfortunately, surveys show that 35% of Americans break their resolutions by the end of January. The key to success is to swap grandiose ambitions for smart, specific and achievable goals that do your heart […]
Gluten-free Apple-Cranberry Turkey Stuffing
Research suggests that an apple a day really can help keep the doctor away! Packed with disease-fighting antioxidants, apples have a wide range of health benefits. In studies, they’ve been shown to help lower cholesterol and markers of inflammation in artery walls, and may help regulate blood sugar. This delicious, gluten-free recipe will give your […]