A Little Background on Heart Disease and Heart Health: Cardiovascular disease is a serious health problem. But often, men get more attention from their doctors regarding heart health than women do. Yes, it’s important for both sexes, but I want women to get the message that they need to make it a health priority. Some …
We know that exercise can do a whole lot of good for the body, but have you wondered how your workout helps your heart? Read what experts in the field have to say about keeping your heart healthy with exercise, and what 3 kinds of exercise you want to make sure you include in your exercise routine for your heart.
This slow cooker Chickpea Tagine is a vegan, healthy, and delicious dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. It’s easy to make and full of warming spices, comforting flavors, and colorful veggies. Plus, the leftovers make for a great lunch the next day! Directions: Meal Planning Did you know that people who meal plan are more …
Need an easy, high protein meal? These tuna stuffed sweet potatoes require very minimal cooking and offer numerous health benefits. Tuna is a low-fat, high protein option, great for those looking to manage their weight. Tuna contains high amounts of omega 3 fatty acids, which help to reduce inflammation in the body, lower blood pressure, …
According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. February is National Heart Month, and a great time to examine our overall health and evaluate if any changes need to be made. We can start with diet, exercise and even supplements! What is Heart …
Looking for an easy, delicious appetizer for game day? These spiced baked chicken wings are delicious, nutritious, and sure to impress your guests.
Enjoy this heart-healthy recipe that packed with flavor and nutrients. This recipe calls for olive oil, which is a great source of monounsaturated fatty acids and has been shown to have positive effects on heart health. The salmon is also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to have a variety …
These baked oatmeal cups are a nutritious and convenient breakfast option for those looking to maintain a healthy heart.
Our heart is such an amazing organ! It pumps blood and oxygen via our arteries throughout the body. For optimal circulation, these arteries must be clear and free from obstruction. But a diet high in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol promotes plaque build up in our arteries that can prevent adequate blood flow. To …
What’s the deal with inflammation? Reducing inflammation has always been a hot topic in the wellness world! Our bodies have natural mechanisms in place that promote healing and the fighting off of infections – inflammation is one of these mechanisms. Infections causing inflammation inside of our bodies could be from wounds, germs, or allergens. For …
Simple Food Swaps to Help you Reach your Health Goals Faster Did you know there are several easy and simple ways of changing up your diet right now? These things will give a bit of an edge on reaching your health goals faster. It’s simple: switch some everyday food items with something else that is …
This is a hot topic these days, right? We’ve been seeing and hearing about plant-based diets on social media, TV, magazines, cocktail parties, at the gym, etc. So what are the benefits of a plant-based diet? Is it really all it’s cracked up to be? This dietitian thinks that it is! Let’s jump in and …
