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Heart & Brain Health

Gender Bias in Cardiovascular Disease

Addressing Gender Bias in Cardiovascular Disease Care for Women

February is Women’s Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading cause of death among women globally

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Mindfulness and Meditation

Mindfulness and Meditation: A New Year Reset for Your Heart and Mind

As we usher in a new year, many of us reflect on our health goals and resolutions. While diet and exercise often take center stage

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Alcohol's link to cancer

Surgeon General’s 2025 Warning on Alcohol and Cancer: What You Need to Know

In January 2025, the U.S. Surgeon General issued a groundbreaking warning on the link between alcohol

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Dr. Amy’s Foreword to The Balanced Plate

The Balanced Plate addresses a gap in healthcare for clinicians, patients and families. Over the past 25 years, I have been caring for patients who come to me after receiving generalized recommendations to “eat better,”

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Understanding the Impact of Diabetes and the Importance of Prevention

November is Diabetes Awareness Month: Understanding the Impact of Diabetes and the Importance of Prevention

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shed light on a condition that affects more than 34 million Americans and nearly 500 million people worldwide. Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that impacts the way

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Resistance Exercise

Resistance Exercise: A Key Strategy for Regulating Blood Sugar and Preventing Prediabetes

With the rising prevalence of prediabetes, a condition characterized by elevated blood sugar and insulin levels, effective prevention and management strategies are more important than ever. While we all know diet and exercise play an

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Lifestyle, Nutrition, & Recipes

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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Eating healthy doesn't mean sacrificing what you love, Follow along as we explore the heart healthy rendition of hibiscus tacos

Hibiscus Tacos

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