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Heart & Brain Health

Building Strong Bones

Strong Bones, Healthy Aging

Bone health often takes a backseat to heart and brain health in conversations about aging — but it shouldn’t. As we grow older, maintaining strong bones becomes essential to preserving mobility, independence, and overall well-being.

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Dexa Scan

Body Composition Scanning: A Focus on Visceral Fat

When it comes to improving your health, the number on the scale only tells part of the story. A more complete picture

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Clear Scan AI

Embracing the Power of AI in Healthcare: A New Era in Prevention

We are living in one of the most exciting times in medicine. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we approach healthcare — detecting diseases earlier, customizing treatment plans and helping us to make data-driven

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Shingles Vaccine

Protecting More Than Your Skin: What Shingles Teaches Us About Brain and Heart Health

Most of you know about shingles — a painful, blistering rash caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus (varicella-zoster virus). But recent research is revealing that shingles is more than just a skin condition.

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Creatine

Creatine Supplementation: What’s the Hype About?

While well known in the body-building world, creatine supplementation has been extensively studied for its potential benefits beyond

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Lipoprotein A

Lipoprotein(a): Reviewing the Significance and Looking to the Future

Our commitment to comprehensive cardiovascular care has been steadfast for more than 20 years, and this includes evidence-based

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Lifestyle, Nutrition, & Recipes

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.

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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

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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

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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Cheesy Broccoli and Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

This stuffed sweet potato recipe is a flavorful, nutrient-dense meal packed with calcium from broccoli (yes, broccoli contains 68 mg of calcium in just 1 cup!), along with two types of cheese. It’s a well-balanced

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Strawberry Salad

Fresh Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

This vibrant strawberry salad is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients. Juicy strawberries pair beautifully with creamy goat cheese, crunchy pecans and a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or a side

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Strawberry Kale Salad

Spring Strawberry, Mint and Kale Salad

Adapted from: oursaltykitchen.com Makes 4 large portions Those first warm days of spring have us leaning away from warm and savory squashes

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