Chicken Breast with Mole Sauce and Citrus Thyme Salad
Ready in less than 30 minutes, this easy dinner recipe abounds in heart-healthy ingredients. Mole (pronounced mo-LAY) sauce derives its rich, zesty flavor from dark chocolate, which has so many cardiovascular benefits that the BaleDoneen Method prescribes 7 grams daily (one small square) for heart attack and stroke prevention. A diet high in fresh fruits […]
Cinnamon-Spiced Moroccan Chicken
Ready in less than 30 minutes, this easy, flavorful North African recipe is sure to delight your family and friends. Zesty, heart-healthy spices provide some much appreciated heat during chilly weather, while the apples lower levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol and inflammation. Serve this savory dish with brown rice, couscous or quinoa. For a flavor […]
Gluten-Free Vegan Stuffed Acorn Squash with Kale, Quinoa and Cranberries
This hearty, delicious recipe is sure to delight your family and friends. A gluten-free grain, quinoa is high in protein, heart-healthy fiber, disease-fighting antioxidants and a bounty of essential minerals and nutrients. A recent study suggests that quinoa supports metabolic health, while also helping to lower blood sugar and triglycerides. Nutrients in cranberries help lower […]
Curried Turkey Carrot Soup
This quick, easy, tasty recipe is a great way to enjoy leftover turkey. An excellent source of heart-healthy vitamins and minerals, turkey can help lower cholesterol and keep insulin levels stable, research suggests. A diet high in fresh fruit and vegetables lowers risk for stroke. For a vegetarian option, replace turkey with tofurkey or tofu […]
Savory Pumpkin Turkey Chili
Rich in nutrients and low in calories, pumpkin has a wide range of benefits for cardiovascular health. It’s high in potassium, which has beneficial effects on blood pressure, and it’s also an excellent source of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to reduced risk for heart disease. What’s more, the tasty orange fruit […]
Curry-Orange Rub Grilled Salmon
Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is packed with flavor, using a simple, but savory rub with just three ingredients. Turmeric, the spice that gives curry its yellow hue, is sometimes called “the golden spice of life,” due to its rich array of health benefits. Its active ingredient, curcumin, has powerful anti-inflammatory effects […]
Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Sandwich
Ready in just 5 minutes, this delicious recipe can also be made with flour or corn tortillas for a breakfast burrito, or with gluten-free English muffins. A recent analysis of studies linked eating one egg daily to a 12% drop in stroke risk and found no association with heart disease, while avocados help reduce cholesterol, inflammation and […]
Gourmet Dark Chocolate-Coffee Fondue with Fresh Fruit
Did you know that dark chocolate contains more disease-fighting antioxidants than many high-antioxidant fruits, including blueberries and acai berries? Here’s a quick, easy and delicious way to enjoy heart-healthy dark chocolate, in a dessert that’s sure to delight chocolate and coffee lovers. When shopping for ingredients, choose dark chocolate that contains at least 70% cacao. […]
Avocado-Cucumber Tuna Salad
Quick and easy to make, this zesty salad is perfect for a light summer lunch or dinner that will make your heart – and taste buds – rejoice. Tuna and avocado are ranked among the world’s healthiest foods, with several studies suggesting that eating them regularly can help lower cholesterol, reduce inflammation, aid weight loss, and help […]