Heart Talk Blog

Heart talk is a culmination of our thoughts, recommendations, recipes and experiences. We hope some of these truly resonate and change your life.

Live Well.

Sign Up To Receive Prevention Center Newsletter

Join us and get monthly heart and brain health news and tips!

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

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

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the dinner table. Follow along for a Heart healthy turkey stuffed acorn squash recipe.

Turkey Stuffed Acorn Squash

Add Your Heading Text Here Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Share This Article

Eating healthy doesn't mean giving up the foods you love. Follow us for a heart healthy recipe for pepita-crusted chicken cutlet salad!

Pepita-Crusted Chicken Cutlet Salad

Ready in just 30 minutes, this South American-inspired salad is low in calories but rich in disease-fighting antioxidants and delectable flavors. Also known as pumpkin seeds, pepitas are one of the best natural sources of

Eating healthy doesn't mean sacrificing what you love to eat. Follow us for a recipe on a kale and avocado salad with blueberries !

Kale and Avocado Salad with Blueberries

Add Your Heading Text Here Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Share This Article

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe for Grilled Chicken and Avocado Salsa

Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

Avocados abound with such a rich array of healthy nutrients that they’ve been called “nature’s most perfect food.” In this easy, low-calorie recipe, an avocado-tomato salsa is paired with tender, perfectly grilled chicken. The result

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe for Roasted Vegetable Pasta

Roasted Vegetable Pasta

This easy recipe is a delicious way to enjoy colorful, seasonal vegetables and the bounty of heart-healthy nutrients they provide. Vegetables are naturally low in calories, helping you maintain a healthy weight. They are also

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe for Vegan Crispy Tofu and Kimchi Stir-fry

Vegan Crispy Tofu, Vegetable and Kimchi Stir-Fry

A staple of traditional Korean cuisine, kimchi offers a wealth of health benefits. Made from fermented cabbage (sometimes mixed with other veggies) and savory seasonings — including garlic, ginger and chili peppers — kimchi is