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 […]
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 […]
Amy is Fine – Recounts Boston Marathon Experience
Hello everyone – I want to sincerely thank all of you who have sent well wishes and expressions of concern knowing I was running in the Boston Marathon on Monday. The day certainly presented an unexpected type of challenging day in Boston. I had a slowing pace that finally caused me to walk mile 24 […]
For Vibrant Heart Health, Eat the Rainbow
Did you know that eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables can have amazing benefits, including lowering your risk for heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes and several forms of cancer? What’s more, eating certain vegetables may be linked to better memory and longer life, recent studies suggest. Yet fewer than one in […]
Heart Talk Newsletter Launched
I’m pleased to announce that the Heart Talk Newsletter has launched! It’s the first of many more to come, and just one of the ways that the Heart Attack and Stroke Prevention Center is reaching out to stay connected with our patients. Using technology like email, blogging, and and social media, we have plans to […]