Welcome to Step 6 of our series, 10 Steps to Heart Health, Know Your Heart. So let’s talk about the heart. What is it? You can’t see it. You can’t feel it. You can’t touch it. So it gets kind of scary and mysterious. Well, let me tell you, it’s really simple. There are four… Continue reading Know Your Heart
The American Heart Association recently took a stand outlining issues that Asian Americans face impeding them from getting high quality heart health care and some steps that can be taken to remedy this. There are a variety of issues that can be faced by this group when it comes to diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular… Continue reading How We Work Toward Better Heart Health Care For Asian Americans
A study by the European Society of Cardiology found noise pollution doesn’t just hurt our ears. It can also hurt our hearts, particularly our young hearts. Findings included that people 50-years-old or younger were more likely to have a heart attack. This included those who typically would have had low risk for heart attacks, including… Continue reading Noise Pollution in Cities Can Cause Heart Problems
Many studies have shown that adopting a plant-based diet can greatly reduce the risk of developing heart diseases and can also reverse some of the damage already done to the heart. Heart disease remains the number one cause of death globally. By adopting a plant-based diet, you are greatly reducing your risk of developing heart… Continue reading How a Plant-Based Diet Can Improve Your Cardiovascular Health
Ann Cutbill Lenane, a prominent New York-based realtor and leader of Wise and Wonderful Women, recently had horrible pain in her back, vomiting and shortness of breath. If it wasn’t for her constant advocating for herself, she might not still be here. Lenane was a victim of all too common occurrence, medical gaslighting. Like most… Continue reading Medical Gaslighting in Women’s Health: How to Advocate for Yourself
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death for women in the United States. While there are numerous factors that contribute to an individual’s risk of cardiac events, one predictor of CVD risk is Lipoprotein (a), or Lp(a). Recent studies have found that elevated levels of Lp(a) in youth tracks with adult atherosclerotic cardiovascular… Continue reading What You Need To Know About Lp(a) In Youth
Lp(a) is a type of cholesterol that has been increasingly studied in recent years. It’s an important part of understanding cardiovascular health and can provide helpful information when considering treatment options. But first and foremost, it’s important to understand what Lp(a) is, how it’s tested, and the current treatment landscape. What is Lp(a)? … Continue reading What is Lp(a) Cholesterol and how does it affect my heart?
Numerous studies have shown that coffee consumption can be beneficial to our overall health and well-being. In particular, recent research has linked coffee consumption to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality in women. Let’s take a closer look at the impact of coffee on heart health. Coffee & CVD Risk Reduction … Continue reading Coffee: Friend or Foe When it Comes to Heart Health
High blood pressure rates are bumping up the number of people with this issue. The American Heart Association (AHA) has forecasted what cardiovascular disease in our country will look like in about 25 years and that future gives many of us something in common – cardiovascular disease (CVD). In fact, by 2050, the AHA anticipates… Continue reading Cardiovascular Disease Will Impact More Than Half of Us by 2050
Athletes seem to be in peak physical condition. Their physiques are something to behold. But a book can’t be judged by its cover and athletes’ hearts are increasingly gaining more attention through the specialized practice of sports cardiology. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus reported earlier this year on several recent heart issues… Continue reading The Athletic Heart Needs Care, Too
