by Gunja Parikh | Oct 7, 2024 | Heart Health
When it comes to heart health, many individuals focus on reducing sodium intake to maintain optimal cardiovascular well-being. However, what often goes unnoticed is the crucial role that sodium plays in maintaining a balanced and heart-healthy diet. Sodium, an...
by Gunja Parikh | Apr 21, 2023 | 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 | Heart Health
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 | Heart Health
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...
by Grace Mammes | Jan 10, 2022 | Heart Health
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women and almost all ethnic groups in the United States?1 It beats cancer and accidents by nearly 100,000 people. The connection between diet and heart disease has been studied for years....
