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Heart & Brain Health

Keeping your heart healthy and your body feeling good starts with understanding the roles and factors that vary between the sexes.

Protecting Women’s Hearts: A discussion of a gender specific dynamics of heart health

Cardiovascular Disease, which includes both heart attack and stroke, remains the number one cause of death in Women in the United States. In fact, more women die from heart disease and stroke than the subsequent

Knowing Complexities of HDL Cholesterol And Its Effects On Health

Navigating the Complexity of High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)

A correlation between high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels and the risk of dementia has become a focal point for research and a topic of casual conversation due to widespread interest and recent publications in mainstream

The Effects Of Sexual Health On Heart Health

Exploring the Intimate Link Between Women’s Sexual Health and Heart Health

There has been growing recognition of the interconnectedness between various aspects of women’s health. One particularly intriguing area of research that has emerged is the intricate relationship between women’s sexual health and their cardiovascular well-being.

The Health Benefits Of A Dry Or Damp January

Embracing Dry or Damp January

As we ring in the New Year, the traditional talk of “Dry January” starts popping up in the media and casual conversation. The concept of abstaining from alcohol for a period, often after a season

Meet Monika Jacobson, RDN

Introducing Monika Jacobson: Our new Director of Lifestyle Health

We could not be more thrilled to welcome our newest team member, Monika Jacobson, to The Prevention Center and Bale Doneen family! Monika, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by training, joined our team in November

Knowing Complexities of LDL Cholesterol And Its Effects On Health

Lipoprotein(a): New kid on the block, or a well-known foe?

Our commitment to comprehensive cardiovascular care has been steadfast for more than 20 years; this includes evidence-based genetic testing. One genetic test garnering recent public attention is lipoprotein(a), an inherited lipid disorder affecting around 23%

Lifestyle, Nutrition, & Recipes

Heart Healthy Recipe for Soda Water And Bitters

Soda Water & Bitters

This no-frills mocktail matches the appearance of a whiskey cocktail such as an Old Fashioned without the sugar or booze. Try different flavors of bitters to switch up the taste profile! Ingredients: 4 oz soda

Grapefruit Thyme Sparkler Recipe For Heart Health

Grapefruit Thyme Sparkler

Adapted from The Mindful Mocktail Makes 1 full mocktail with enough honey thyme syrup for 4 mocktails Looking for a non-boring way to spice up your Friday night without the hangover or sugar bomb of

Heart Healthy Recipe For Gingerbread Energy Bites

Gingerbread Energy Bites

Feeling the sugar rush this holiday season? Us too, and it can be a lot! But let’s face it: Sometimes a sweet treat can be nice, especially when everyone around you is indulging in the

Eating what you want doesn't have to take a toll on your health. Follow us for more blood-sugar friendly recipes and tips!

A Blood Sugar Friendlier take on NYC Pizza

In honor of the New York City Marathon, AND Diabetes Awareness month, in November we are featuring a blood-sugar friendlier pizza. This pizza crust is a cinch and comes together in minutes without needing time

Discover a delicious and hearty dish with our pumpkin chili recipe. Perfect for cozy fall meals and packed with flavor.

Savory Pumpkin Chili

Adapted from a well-loved recipe by The Pioneer Woman We all associate pumpkins with October: spooky jack-o’-lanterns, pumpkin spice lattes and beautifully decorated porches — it truly is a magical season!  But did you know

Eating what you want doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your health, follow along for a blood-sugar safe oatmeal cookie recipe.

Cozy Balanced Oatmeal Cookies

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