Exercise Make it a habit
To make a lifestyle change takes time. Research tells us to make something a habit it can take as little as one month – or twenty-eight days, to as long as sixty-six days. When it comes to exercise I...
View ArticleAmerica’s Nutrition Evolution
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View ArticleFitness as we age
It is important to work on physical fitness life long. Physical fitness benefits include reduction of heart disease, reduction in Alzheimer’s and most importantly independence. A recent study showed...
View ArticleSodium and fluid retention
How Sodium causes fluid retention The job of the kidneys is to filter the excess sodium into the urine so that the body can get rid of it. Many with heart disease and diabetes kidneys cannot handle all...
View ArticleThe Flu and Heart Disease
Things Heart Patients Should Know about the Flu Many people don’t get flu vaccinations or don’t really worry about getting the flu. However flu season poses special problems for heart patients. The...
View Article10 Tips to Live by or Heart-Healthy Families
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View ArticleDo you eat vegetable and legumes?
While working in cardiac rehabilitation I regularly reviewed patients diets. One very consistent issue was lack of eating enough dietary fiber. Many do not get adequate intake of vegetables, legumes...
View ArticleGrief triggered from news
Most of us in the US tonight are feeling an overwhelming sensation of grief following the news of the school shooting in Connecticut. I could not help but to feel grief upon hearing the horrible news...
View ArticleNutrition recommendation for heart patients
Load up on nutritionally dense low caloric foods. Don’t let the day go by without eating vegetables. Challenge yourself with legumes and beans which provides essential fiber in the diet. Drink water...
View ArticleFor a healthy heart eat a rainbow every day!
Fiber, vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, high nutrients, low-calorie, no artificial flavors or colors, natural sugars are part of a heart healthy diet and all easily available in a diet rich in...
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