Five Easy Ways to Boost Your Heart Health This Summer
Good news from the research front: several studies show that heart attack risk is lowest in the summer, possibly because people typically exercise more in warm months, eat a lighter, healthier diet, and get more heart-protective vitamin D than they do in winter, when days are shorter. Use these five simple, science-backed tips to keep your ticker […]
Male and Female Risks for Heart Attack and Stroke: 5 Things to Know
Compared to men, women remain dangerously underdiagnosed and undertreated for cardiovascular disease (CVD) as I recently reported in a scientific update to healthcare providers. One factor is the lingering myth among women and even doctors that CVD mainly affects men. In a recent survey, 43% of women were unaware that CVD is their no. 1 […]
Avocado-Shrimp Spring Rolls
Perfect for a summer brunch or light dinner, these spring rolls are particularly tasty when garnished with chopped, roasted unsalted peanuts. For a gluten-free version, use lettuce leaves instead of spring roll wrappers. You can also substitute chicken or tofu for the shrimp, if desired. Another delicious way to use avocado is to add small […]
Are Avocados the World’s Most Perfect Food?
Guacamole lovers rejoice: Not only do avocados help reduce heart attack and diabetes risk and lower cholesterol, but they can also slim your waist and keep extra pounds away, according to recent studies. In fact, this nutrient-packed green fruit has such an abundance of health benefits that it’s been called “the world’s most perfect food.” […]
Grilled Tuna Salade Nicoise
This light, heart-healthy dish is a perfect choice for a summer brunch or al fresco family dinner. Serves four. Ingredients Canola oil cooking spray3/4 pound small red potatoes, diced1/2 pound green beans, trimmed2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 tablespoon water1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)1/2 medium clove garlic, minced1/8 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes1 tablespoon chopped […]
Do You Have the Heart Attack Gene?
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A Painless 15-minute Test Can Reveal Hidden Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
Did you know that an ultrasound exam of your neck arteries is one of the best ways to check for atherosclerosis (plaque in the artery wall that can lead to a heart attack or stroke? As I discuss in this Fox Health News article, this FDA-approved screening, carotid intima media thickness (cIMT), can uncover hidden risk […]
Crunchy Rainbow Veggie Wrap
Here’s a tasty, nutritious recipe that is fun to make with your children. These wraps are ideal for healthy school lunches, a family picnic, or a healthy snack. For a gluten-free version, omit the tortillas and serve the colorful vegetables and hummus on top of black beans or brown rice, cooked according to the package […]
6 Wonderful Health Benefits of Outdoor Exercise
As spring flowers blossom and gardens become green, it’s a great time to take your workout outdoors. Physical activity in natural settings has been linked to longer life, lower rates of illness–including heart attack and stroke–and a greater sense of well-being, reports the American Public Health Association (APHA). Here’s a look at 6 science-backed benefits […]