Forget diets! Blech. Let’s embrace Nourish! When we choose to nourish ourselves and our loved ones, we fuel a healthy lifestyle.
As women go through menopause, many develop belly fat (visceral adipose tissue) due to the shift in hormones. Many women are looking for ways to eliminate this belly fat and maintain a healthy lifestyle. More than anything, they want to feel like themselves as they are going through these hormonal changes. One dietary approach that… Continue reading The Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet for Women in Menopause
Eating healthy is essential for all women, but it’s especially important for those who are concerned with heart health. Incorporating certain foods into your diet can help reduce your risk of developing heart disease. Here are 15 incredible heart-healthy foods that every woman should consider adding to her diet. Berries – Berries of all kinds,… Continue reading 15 Heart-Healthy Foods for Women
Taking care of my elderly mom, who is thriving at 88 years old, reminds me that having a healthy brain is critical to aging gracefully. And although genes impact longevity and the manner in which we age, surprisingly enough, 80 percent of our vitality and wellbeing is determined by our lifestyle. June is Brain Health… Continue reading Simple Steps to Keeping a Healthy Brain
Close your eyes. Think of your favorite food. Is it sweet? Is it savory? Is it salty? More importantly, is it good for you? Most often, we crave things that are not the best for us. In fact, we tend to crave things that are bad for us! People who have trouble metabolizing sugars crave… Continue reading How We Sustain Ourselves
Women are more likely than men to die from cardiovascular disease, but the good news is that CVS Health is committed to helping women lower their risk. Here’s what you need to know. Did you know cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States? In fact, one in four… Continue reading CVS Health and Women’s Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women worldwide. Despite this, women have been underrepresented in cardiovascular trials. To close this gap, it is crucial to understand the unique risk factors and manifestations of heart disease in women. Know your cardiovascular disease risk factors. There are many risk factors for heart disease, some… Continue reading Cardiovascular Disease in Women
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. The good news is that cardiovascular disease is preventable. There are behavioral counseling interventions that promote a healthy diet and physical activity for disease prevention. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force… Continue reading Promoting Healthy Diet and Physical Activity for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in Women
Aortic aneurysm measurements are traditionally based on measurements derived from men. However, when evaluating based on age, gender, and body surface area, more diagnoses of aortic aneurysms would be made in women. Aortic aneurysms are a serious condition that can lead to death if not treated. They are most often diagnosed through imaging tests, such… Continue reading Aortic Aneurysm Measurements and Gender
Every year, 735,000 Americans have a heart attack. Of those, 625,000 are first-time attacks and 110,000 are recurrent attacks. And while both men and women can suffer from a heart attack, there are some key differences between the two sexes when it comes to symptoms, timing, and seeking help. Heart attack symptoms in men vs.… Continue reading Women and Heart Attacks
It is well established that after infection, there is a general period of physical deconditioning that occurs. This is characterized by a decrease in muscle mass and an increase in body fat. However, recent research has shown that there may be other mechanisms at play when it comes to exercise intolerance after COVID-19. In this… Continue reading Mechanisms of Exercise Intolerance After COVID-19
