Can Regular Exercise Lower Your Risk of Stroke?

Did you know that 1 in 4 people will have a stroke in their lifetime, and the scariest part is, it can happen to anyone—including me. I survived a carotid artery dissection and stroke, and the experience has taught me the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of these types of… Continue reading Can Regular Exercise Lower Your Risk of Stroke?

Yoga for a Healthy Heart

Yoga is an ancient practice that is still widely practiced today. Although its roots are in spiritual mindfulness, yoga has also become popular for its physical benefits. In recent years, research has suggested that yoga can be beneficial to your heart health as well.    The Physical Benefits of Yoga   Yoga is a form… Continue reading Yoga for a Healthy Heart

Sedentary Lifestyle Is Denting Your Health

Sedentariness is being seated and otherwise physically inactive for extended periods of time; it’s increasingly becoming a norm in many societies. Many of us work either in an office or at home mostly in the confines of our chairs. Work bogs us down and before you know it, hours have gone by without taking any… Continue reading Sedentary Lifestyle Is Denting Your Health

Strength Training for Heart Health, Bone Health, and Menopause

Strength training can improve heart, bone, and general health, especially for women after menopause. Disclaimer: If you have any medical questions or concerns, please contact your healthcare provider. This article contains information from peer-reviewed research, medical societies, and governmental agencies; however, this article is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For… Continue reading Strength Training for Heart Health, Bone Health, and Menopause

Growing out with Vitality and Grace 

Staying young. Staying vital. Staying healthy. I have never heard anyone ever say that growing old was easy or that while growing old, they wanted to feel, well…. older. Growing old is a blessing. It means we are aging, as we should, but how we get there is another story. Do we want to age… Continue reading Growing out with Vitality and Grace 

One Size Does Not Fit All

We’ve all heard the saying “one size fits all.” But is that really true? When it comes to our health and preventive care, the answer is a resounding no. What works for one person may not work for another. That’s why it’s so important to tailor our approach to health and wellness specifically for us… Continue reading One Size Does Not Fit All

The Link Between Exercise and Women’s Heart Disease

Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your overall health, but did you know that it can also reduce your risk of heart disease? In fact, according to the American Heart Association, women who get at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity on most days have a lower risk… Continue reading The Link Between Exercise and Women’s Heart Disease

The Pros and Cons of BMI

Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a tool that is commonly used to estimate body fat. It is calculated by dividing a person’s weight in kilograms by their height in meters squared. BMI can be used for both adults and children. However, there are some limitations to this tool that you should be aware of.… Continue reading The Pros and Cons of BMI

A More Effective Way to Evaluate Chest Pain in Women

According to a new study, a more personalized approach to evaluating chest pain in women may be more effective and eliminate the need for unnecessary testing. The study was recently published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine. The results found that using a risk calculator that takes into account a woman’s age, symptoms, and risk… Continue reading A More Effective Way to Evaluate Chest Pain in Women

Female Athlete’s Heart

As more women participate in sports, it is important to understand how sex hormones may affect the structure and function of the female athlete’s heart. Studies have shown that female athletes have larger heart chambers and thicker heart walls compared to male athletes. Additionally, female athletes are more likely to experience electrical remodeling, which can… Continue reading Female Athlete’s Heart