Women are supposed to be experts at matters of the heart, but when it comes to heart health, it seems we could all use a little more instruction. It’s hard enough for women to recognize that cardiovascular disease is the #1 killer of all women, so getting a heart-healthy focus in your 30s, 40s,… Continue Reading
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Sodium: Surprising Sources & Health Effects
Rumored to have once been more valuable than gold, we take salt for granted today. It’s used in nearly every food we eat – even in desserts! But in the same way we can overindulge in sweets, alcohol, and fat, we can and do overindulge in salt, often without even knowing it. May… Continue Reading
Beans Benefit Heart Health in Type 2 Diabetics
Beans have gotten a bad rap, especially for their more, ahem, audible qualities. But who gives a toot when they can contribute to lower blood pressure and a reduced risk for cardiovascular disease in people with Type 2 diabetes? A study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine shows that individuals who consumed one… Continue Reading
Preventing Diabetes Through Diet & Exercise
Given that almost 20 million people are diabetic and another 70 million have prediabetes (a condition that leads to diabetes if left untreated), it’s likely that you or a loved one is living with this disease. Understanding Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms & Risks With November marking the observance of American Diabetes Month, now is… Continue Reading
11 Health Benefits of Having Pets
They love us unconditionally, listen without having to put in their two cents, and are always happy to see us. Our pets are our best friends, and they give us so much without asking anything in return. But did you know that pets can also have a positive effect on our health? Pets are… Continue Reading
A Healthy Heart in Your 60s & Beyond
This February, in observance of American Heart Month and Go Red Day, we provide information on how you can maintain a vital cardiovascular system throughout your 60s and beyond. At this point in your life, one of the most important things to focus on is health. Clearly, the quality of life is impacted by… Continue Reading
A Healthy Heart in Your 50s
This February, in observance of American Heart Month and Go Red Day, we provide information on how you can maintain a vital cardiovascular system throughout your 50s and beyond. In your 50s, kids are growing up but often the responsibilities of aging parents are increasing. The pressures of the so-called sandwich generation, leads to… Continue Reading
A Healthy Heart in Your 40s
This February, in observance of American Heart Month and Go Red Day, we provide information on how you can maintain a vital cardiovascular system throughout your 40s and beyond. As we approach our 40s, we tend to be more established. At the same time, with advancing age, our weight can creep up along with… Continue Reading
A Healthy Heart in Your 30s
This February, in observance of American Heart Month and Go Red Day, we provide information on how you can maintain a vital cardiovascular system throughout your 30s and beyond. By now, your career is in full swing or you may be starting a family. Whatever the situation, you probably have responsibilities that leave little… Continue Reading
A Healthy Heart in Your 20s
This February, in observance of American Heart Month and Go Red Day, we provide information on how to maintain a vital cardiovascular system throughout your 20s and beyond. Your 20s mark the decade when you’re establishing yourself as an adult and developing a game plan for your future. You’re busy, focused on school and… Continue Reading