Women. We are mothers, spouses, professionals, sisters, friends, daughters. Oftentimes, we’re presidents of our own homes and CEOs of the lives of the ones we love. With all that, is it any wonder that heart disease is the number one killer of women? Think of all the things on your to-do list for this week.… Continue reading What About You? Heartcare is the New Self Care
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?
Menopause is not often something that women talk about with each other or learn about in school. Only coming into effect last year, World Menopause Awareness Month (October) and World Menopause Day (October 18th) will help bring this period in many women’s lives into greater focus. Menopause Mandate, a collective of motivated women interested in… Continue reading Menopause Awareness: Here’s What You Should Know
As women enter their 40s, they often confront many health concerns that have the potential to significantly impact their quality of life. It’s a time when the body starts to manifest various changes, and certain health conditions can become more prevalent. Understanding these possible health challenges is absolutely critical for preserving not only physical well-being… Continue reading Common Health Issues for Women in Their 40s
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
Heart attacks are on the rise for 25-44 year olds. Heart attacks at any age are serious business but usually we think of this age group as relatively healthy and not high risk. So this marked increase over the last two decades is especially significant. There are a few factors that could be contributing… Continue reading Think you are too young to have a heart attack? Think again.
Chef Giorgione’s creamy broccoli soup topped with puffed amaranth is proof, once again, that food can be incredibly delicious and incredibly good for your health. Chef Emanuele Giorgione is a skilled chef who deeply understands aromas, flavors, nutrition, and sustainability. He is also a generous chef as he has gifted the Adesso community with… Continue reading Broccoli Creamy Soup Aglio E Olio, Puffed Amaranth and Sun Dried Tomato
We’ve all heard the saying, “laughter is the best medicine.” But is that really the case? Yes, in fact it is. A growing body of research has shown that laughter can have a positive effect on your cardiovascular system. How Laughter Affects Your Cardiovascular System The effect of laughter on the cardiovascular system has… Continue reading Laugh Your Way to a Healthier Heart
Think of the “Hollywood heart attack.” A man, clutching his chest, keeling over unexpectedly. Like the Godfather in his garden with his grandson or Mr. Big after the Peloton ride. Now, think of the “Hollywood heart attack” for women. What comes to mind? It’s hard for people to name many women who have had a… Continue reading Microvascular Disease: The Adesso Solution For The Most Common Form Of Heart Disease In Women
A study has found that a significant number of COVID-19 patients who have suffered from a heart attack had no prior history of heart disease. The findings have been called “startling” and that more research is needed to understand the long-term effects of the virus on the heart. The Journal of the American Medical Association… Continue reading Startling Heart Attack Finding in COVID Patients
