Did you know that your risk of having a heart attack doubles in the ten years following your RA diagnosis? This sobering bit of information from the American College Of Rheumatology started my mind running. I wanted to know why we have a higher risk of heart attack. I wanted to know what to do to keep our hearts healthy.
We all know that RA is a serious disease. Our overactive lymphocytes release chemicals called cytokines that cause cell destruction. Most of the damage takes...
There are very few people that I know that would deny themselves a medicine or a procedure to avoid a major illness. Some would even add... Read more »
At the end of my five-week vacation on the South Island of New Zealand I am returning to the reality of my everyday life with diabetes. For... Read more »
Let's talk about snacks for a moment. I believe there is a general perception that snacking is bad and you need to cut out snacking if... Read more »
We know how important eating a wholesome diet is for maintaining heart health, however we rarely stop to consider the precise nutrient... Read more »
I've heard it said that the 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama, is one of the fittest commanders in chief ever seen; in fact... Read more »
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Heart-Healthy Diet GuidelinesKey recommendations for a heart-healthy diet include:Eat a balanced diet with plenty of high-fiber foods, such as... Read more »
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Guidelines for Weight LossLifelong changes in eating habits, physical activity, and attitudes about food and weight are essential to weight... Read more »
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The goals of a heart-healthy diet are to eat foods that help obtain or maintain healthy levels of cholesterol and fatty molecules called lipids. You... Read more »
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Diabetic Exchange ListsThe objective of using diabetic exchange lists is to maintain the proper balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats... Read more »
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Diet PlansMediterranean DietThe Mediterranean diet is rich in heart-healthy fiber and nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. The... Read more »
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