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Heart & Brain Health

February is Women’s Heart Health Month, a good time to learn smart habits

Love Your Heart During Women’s Heart Health Month

Simple steps women can take for heart health
Sleep is closely related to heart health

Sleep, Menopause and the Powerful Connection Between a Woman’s Heart and Brain

Sleep and cardiovascular health are closely connected
CT coronary angiography (CTCA) with advanced AI-based analysis, such as Cleerly, is valuable.

Seeing Arterial Health More Clearly: The Emerging Role of CT Coronary Angiography and AI Cleerly Analysis

CT coronary angiography (CTCA) with advanced AI-based analysis is a useful tool.
The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) includes a new food pyramid.

A Discerning Look at the New Food Pyramid: Progress Worth Acknowledging

When the new food pyramid is viewed objectively, we see meaningful progress worth acknowledging.
Simple pleasures can support physical wellness, mental calm and a sense of connection

“These are a Few of our Favorite Things!”

December isn’t just about closing out another year; it’s about the rituals, comforts, and tiny sparks of joy that keep us grounded.
Some new tools have expanded cardiovascular risk estimation to 30 years

Risk Estimation for the Long Game: Are Calculators Getting Better at Identifying Those At Risk for Cardiovascular Events?

New long-term tools have expanded cardiovascular risk estimation to 30 years by addressing some of the additional risk factors we have recognized as “root causes” for years.

Lifestyle, Nutrition, & Recipes

Superhero salad combines a number of vegetables

Weekday Superhero Salad

This recipe reflects the principles of the new USDA food pyramid.
One-Pot Winter Chicken, Vegetable and Farro Stew s a simple, cozy winter meal.

One-Pot Winter Chicken, Vegetable and Farro Stew

This recipe reflects the principles of the new USDA food pyramid.
Cottage cheese waffles are sweeat and soft.

Cottage Cheese Waffles

These keep you warm, satisfied and energized on cold winter mornings
Prosciutto-Wrapped Pears make for an elegant, quick appetizer.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Pears with Rosemary & Balsamic Glaze

This seasonal appetizer is elegant, quick, and always a hit.
Lentil soup is a good source of fiber for the fall

Simple & Hearty Lentil Soup

Comfort in a bowl: perfect for cool evenings or cozy weekends
Zucchini fritters provide fiber

Zucchini Fritters

These fresh and herby gluten-free fritters are a great way to use up the loads of zucchini you have bursting from your summer garden, while adding flavorful fiber to your diet. These make a great