by Gunja Parikh | Apr 21, 2023 | health tips, healthy eating, heart health
Food label reading can be intimidating, especially if you’re trying to make heart-healthy choices. There are so many different things to consider, from serving sizes to nutrient content. But don’t worry, with these heart-healthy tips, a little bit of...
by Sondra Tacket | Feb 9, 2022 | health tips, healthy eating, heart health, Medical Nutrition
The American Heart Association recommends limiting saturated fat intake to less than 5-6% of your total calories. Saturated fats are typically animal sourced (with the exception of coconut) and solid at room temperature (think butter, cheese, marbling of steak, skin...
by Sondra Tacket | Jan 21, 2022 | health tips, healthy eating, heart health, Medical Nutrition
It has been well documented that a Mediterranean Diet (MD) can have resounding effects on lowering cardiovascular risks. In fact, a systematic review ranked the Med Diet most likely to provide protection against coronary heart disease. It originates in the regions...