We all know that drinking excessive amounts of alcohol can hurt the liver and cause major health problems down the road. But not as many people realize the interesting relationship that alcohol has with the heart. When Alcohol Helps the Heart Believe it or not, there is a select group of people out there that… Continue reading Is Alcohol Good or Bad for the Heart?
We all know that having high blood pressure is bad, but how exactly does it happen? The answer to that question requires some background knowledge. An Explanation of Blood Pressure Sure, you’ve heard of blood pressure and recognize the tool your doctor uses to determine your numbers, but could you describe it to a class… Continue reading What Causes High Blood Pressure?
Turns out, a cuppa’ tea could make the difference between your health and your heart disease. We’re not talking about your favorite Starbucks Latte though. Hot tea, which the English famously drink at every opportunity, is actually a lifesaver. What Type of Tea, and Why? Black, green, and oolong tea all originate from the leaves… Continue reading The English Have it Right: Tea Improves Health
There are certain nutrients that are absolutely essential to overall health and wellbeing, and particularly to heart health. The omega-3 fatty acid is one such nutrient that serves as a true powerhouse for the body in a number of ways. The omega-3 fatty acid occurs in three forms: EPA and DHA, which are found mainly… Continue reading Your Body Needs Omega-3s!
Every few years, another food ingredient is targeted for contributing to our country’s health problems. Fat, carbohydrates, gluten, antibiotics, and now sugar. While each of the crusades against unhealthy food elements has had its footing in legitimate fact and concern, it’s hard to separate constructive information from general fads. There are of course healthy fats,… Continue reading The Powerful Impact of a 10-Day Sugar Detox
Perhaps the words delicious and heart healthy don’t usually end up in the same sentence for you, but it really is a possibility! Health and wellness is dictated largely by food choice. Even if you don’t have time for 60 minutes of exercise a day, or you always forget to take that multi-vitamin, making smart… Continue reading These Heart Healthy Foods Will Have You Asking for More
One of the easiest ways to keep your heart healthy and for you to live longer is maintaining a diet that is designed to keep your heart healthy. A diet to minimize the risk for heart problems also has other health benefits to keep your weight off and your general health high. When it comes… Continue reading 5 Easy Diet Tips for a Healthy Heart
We all have them. It might be the large mocha coffee in the afternoon or the bowl of popcorn while binge watching the latest Netflix series, but these habits can have an outsized effect on our health and, if not controlled, they can cause serious problems down the line. The first step in breaking those… Continue reading Breaking Unhealthy Habits Can Lead to Better Health
Stroke is one of the leading killers in the US, and is often caused by carotid artery disease. Here’s a brief guide, outlining what the condition is and how to manage it successfully. What is Carotid Artery Disease? Before addressing the disease, it’s important to understand exactly what the carotid arteries are. The carotid arteries… Continue reading A Stroke of Bad Luck: Understanding Carotid Artery Disease
Over 2,000 US citizens die from heart disease every day. The sad fact is that many of those deaths could have been avoided, had the individual eaten a healthier diet. Many cases of heart disease, stroke and heart attack are related to poor eating habits. While there’s no problem having the odd blow-out in a… Continue reading Dying for a Pizza? The Worst Foods for Your Heart
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