A diagnosis of breast cancer is never easy to hear. Thanks to early diagnosis and better treatments, more women are surviving the […]
Low-fiber diet do’s and don’ts
Definition Fiber is the part of fruits, vegetables and grains not digested by your body. A low-fiber diet limits these […]
Housecall: Nuts and heart health
Nuts and your healthy heart Eating nuts as part of a healthy diet may be good for your heart. One […]
Tips for a heart-healthy sandwich
Packing a healthy lunch seems like an easy task, but sometimes all the sandwich choices may seem daunting. Many deli, […]
Strategies to break the heart disease and diabetes link
Heart disease remains a leading cause of death around the world. And diabetes is one of the risk factors for heart disease. Diabetes is a […]
I drink diet soda every day. Could this be harmful?
Drinking a reasonable amount of diet soda a day, such as a can or two, isn’t likely to hurt you. […]
Sodium: How to tame your salt habit
Find out how much sodium you need and learn how getting too much might affect your health. Are you getting […]
Does coffee offer health benefits?
While past studies hinted that coffee might have a dark side, newer research suggests that it may actually have health […]
Embracing wellness following massive heart attack
I was 46 years old when I had a massive heart attack. It was a Wednesday evening, June 4, 2014. It […]
Triglycerides: Why do they matter?
Triglycerides: Why do they matter? Triglycerides are an important measure of heart health. Here’s why triglycerides matter — and what […]
How does diabetes affect the heart?
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am 42 and recently was diagnosed with diabetes. My doctor said I could manage the condition with […]
Healthy menus and shopping strategies
Looking for ways to make meals healthier yet still enticing? You can plan healthy menus by browsing healthy recipes online […]