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Discover the top foods for heart health and how they can improve cardiovascular wellness. Take care of your heart with these nutritious choices.
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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

The Power of Body Composition Scans: Personalizing Your Path to Optimal Health

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Protein: How much do you really need?

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Natural Aphrodisiacs With Balsamic Chicken And Figs

Natural Aphrodisiacs: Balsamic Chicken with Figs

In the spirit of February and Valentine’s Day we are focusing on aphrodisiac foods! Do they really work to increase libido and help “set the mood?” When looking at the nutritional content of proclaimed aphrodisiacs,

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

Heart Healthy Nutrition

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

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe for Baked Salmon With Asparagus and Lemon Garlic

Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Sauce

Whether you want an easy family dinner or an elegant entrée for guests, this delicious recipe is sure to delight. Ready in just 30 minutes, it abounds with zesty Mediterranean flavors. Salmon is low in

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe for Curried Carrot Ginger Soup

Curried Carrot Ginger Soup

Vibrant in color and flavor, this perfectly spiced soup combines the savory sweetness of roasted carrots with creamy coconut milk and the tang of ginger. Curcumin (the spice that gives curry its vivid yellow hue)

Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the foods you love. Follow us for the Heart Healthy Recipe for Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Salad

Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Salad

Perfect for a holiday dinner or festive family meal, this colorful vegan salad abounds in vibrant flavors and heart-healthy nutrients. Called “the jewels of autumn,” pomegranates are rich in disease-fighting antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Studies

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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

The Power of Body Composition Scans: Personalizing Your Path to Optimal Health

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Protein: How much do you really need?

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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

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

Recipes

Natural Aphrodisiacs With Balsamic Chicken And Figs

Natural Aphrodisiacs: Balsamic Chicken with Figs

In the spirit of February and Valentine’s Day we are focusing on aphrodisiac foods! Do they really work to increase libido and help “set the mood?” When looking at the nutritional content of proclaimed aphrodisiacs,

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

Exercise And Fitness

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.

Follow the science on the heart mind connection with a practical guide to practicing gratitude for a healthier heart.

Practicing Gratitude for a Healthier, Happier Heart

We all know that a positive attitude makes us feel better, but can it be beneficial to your health? This month we are delving into a heartwarming topic — the benefits of gratitude and gratitude

Translating your workout from a health goal to reality takes more than exercise alone, follow along for the tricks of the trade!

Exercising for Cardiometabolic Health with the viral “3-2-8” Method

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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