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  BEFORE STARTING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM TALK TO YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER. Your doctor will tell you what exercise is best for you that will help your heart and are safe for you. They will also advise you on things to watch for and what you should do if you experience heart symptoms. Your Heart… Read More »

  If you think you are experiencing symptoms of a heart attack – DO NOT WAIT, CALL 911! Symptoms may be obvious or more subtle, either way take them seriously and get medical care. We tend to believe that a heart attack is a dramatic, chest-clutching event but heart attacks can begin with more subtle… Read More »

We all remember being in the kitchen as a child and Mom or Grandma tasting something on the stove. It seems they always said, needs more salt. Why is salt our go to seasoning to add to food? Salt is used as a flavor improver and can affect other flavors such as sweet and bitter…. Read More »

    For many, sharing person health details with their doctor can be uncomfortable. One of the most import factors in your relationship with your healthcare team is honesty. In a 2018 study as many 80% of all patients lie or withhold information from their providers. Surprisingly a survey of 300 US adults in 2015… Read More »

  7 Steps to Eating Healthy Changing your eating habits can be tough, especially if you are dealing with the stress of medical issues. When we are under stress, we tend to gravitate toward our comfort foods that are not heart heathy. You can eat well and healthy. Understanding which foods, you should eat more… Read More »

  If you are a heart patient, especially if you are older than 50 or overweight, you should take special precautions in the heat. Before starting an exercise routine check with your healthcare professional and discuss any concerns you may have. You also want to talk about the medication you are on. Certain heart medications… Read More »

  Happy New Year! Start the new year with a plan to stay heart healthy. Not sure where to start? These heart healthy New Year’s resolutions will keep you on the right track all year long.     Drink More Water A recent National Institute of Health study indicated that a diet with excess sugar… Read More »

Holidays can wreck havoc on healthy eating. These heart healthy recipes would be perfect additions to a holiday brunch or meal. Turkey Bacon and Spinach Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust Serves 5 Cooking spray 2 cups grated sweet potato (from about 1 medium sweet potato) 1 teaspoon canola or corn oil 1 medium yellow onion,… Read More »

During frigid weather seniors are at a higher risk for accidents, injuries and other emergencies, especially if they still drive. Other threats include furnace failures, power outages, isolation, hypothermia and dehydration. If you are a senior, have an elderly family member or close friend that lives independently, here are some important cold weather safety tips… Read More »

ALLSPICE-RUBBED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CINNAMON-SAUTÉED APPLES AND CILANTRO RICE Serves 4 As promised another heart healthy holiday meal recipe to keep you Healthy For Good! Delicious and juicy pork tenderloin with tasty cilantro rice and decadent apple bread pudding Pork Tenderloin 1 1-pound pork tenderloin,all visible fat discarded 1 teaspoon ground allspice ¼ teaspoon pepper… Read More »