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Obstructive sleep apnea has a direct effect on the risk factors for heart disease. Find out if you are at risk in the following article.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Obnoxious Sleep Disorder or Dangerous Risk Factor for Cardiovascular Disease?

Obstructive Sleep Apnea, or OSA, is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the muscles at the back of the throat fail to keep the airway open during sleep,

Keeping your heart healthy can be a minefield of information. Follow along to take it from the people that wrote the book!

An exciting update on our book: Healthy Heart, Healthy Brain

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Tracy Thorpe has been on an incredible journey over the past several years. For me, it is an honor to have met him and to...

An Interview with Tracy Thorpe

Tracy Thorpe has been on an incredible journey over the past several years. For me, it is an honor to have met him and to be able to tell his story. Living in Centerburg, Ohio,

Discover the importance of oral health and how it contributes to overall well-being. Learn the science of maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

Oral Health: An Important Element To Cardiovascular Wellness

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Heart disease looks different across the genders and knowing the differences may save your life, read along to find out the facts.

Lifesaving Facts About Heart Disease Every Woman Should Know

Which is a bigger threat to women: breast cancer or heart disease? If you answered, “heart disease,” congratulations! You are better informed than most U.S. women, according to a recent study by the American Heart

Avoiding the difficulties of type 2 diabetes may seem like a minefield at first. Follow along our revolutionary BaleDoneen Method to unlock the secrets

Seven Simple Ways to Avoid Type 2 Diabetes

Nearly 100 million Americans — 38 percent of U.S. adults — have a disorder that magnifies their risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke and dementia. Although this disorder, prediabetes, can be easily detected

Lifestyle, Nutrition, & Recipes

Summertime Walking Playlist

Summertime Walking Playlist

All this talk about vitamin D, walking, and hydration have us excited about those early morning or late summer evening walks. If you’re like us, a fun playlist of upbeat songs can act as a

Watermelon Feta Cucumber Salad

Watermelon Feta Cucumber Salad

ADAPTED from The Mediterranean Dish Speaking of hydration, this salad is packed with hydrating fruit and veggies (hello watermelon and cucumber!) This pairs well with any protein and is the perfect addition to your summer

Homemade pesto is full of heart healthy fats.

Garden Fresh Pesto

Making homemade pesto from fresh basil in the garden is one of our favorite activities in the summer months. This recipe can be modified with various greens such as kale, radish tops, carrot tops or

Gardening is good for your health.

The Benefits of Gardening: Cultivating Health and Beauty

In our fast-paced world where stress and lifestyle related diseases seem to lurk around every corner, the humble act of working in one’s garden can offer a sanctuary of health and well-being. Along with the

Pink Beet Hummas

Pink Beet Hummus

This hummus is loaded with healthy fats, high-protein and cholesterol-lowering fiber — and is easy to make! Pair it with cut veggies or gluten-free crackers for a satiating snack on the go. Directions: In a

Discover a delicious and nutritious green smoothie recipe that will satisfy your taste buds and boost your health. Try it today!

Monika’s favorite Green Smoothie

In a blender cup, add: 1 large handful of spinach, kale or mixed smoothie greens ½ banana, frozen ½ cup frozen mango chunks 1 tablespoon almond butter ¼ cup collagen powder (20 grams protein!) ½