Two simple strategies every woman needs to follow.
Although breast cancer may be the most feared disease among women, cardiovascular disease is still our number 1 killer. That’s why February, the month of hearts and flowers, will always be associated with American Heart Month. Stats show that every single minute of the day, heart disease claims the life of one more woman. And that’s not acceptable. And why do more women than men now die from heart disease?
As a result of major studies, we know now that the pattern heart disease follows… Continue reading Categories
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February 7th, 2012Two simple strategies every woman needs to follow.
Although breast cancer may be the most feared disease among women, cardiovascular disease is still our number 1 killer. That’s why February, the month of hearts and flowers, will always be associated with American Heart Month. Stats show that every single minute of the day, heart disease claims the life of one more woman. And that’s not acceptable. And why do more women than men now die from heart disease?
As a result of major studies, we know now that the pattern heart disease follows… Continue reading Home Remedies from Your Pantry
June 2nd, 2011
What quick fixes are hiding in your home?
Whether it’s a scraped knee, a painful sunburn, or high blood pressure, it can't hurt to find a fast, effective, and cost friendly home remedy. You may be surprised to learn how many easy fixes you already have in your own home that will relieve a variety of discomforts—and be good to your wallet. Here are a few of my favorites.
Cayenne Pepper. It does much more than create a tongue-tingling meal. Cayenne helps keep the heart healthy and strong. As most of us can attest, cayenne is a diaphoretic—a… Continue reading Tis the Season to Be Jolly…Or Not?
December 24th, 2010
For some, Christmas means heartache.
The holidays. For most people it means a joyous time, overflowing with family gatherings, beautiful decorations, wonderful gifts, food and drink, and revered memories of our own childhood. It’s a special time for love, intimacy, and matters of the heart.
Sad as it may be, “tis the season to be jolly” is not a welcome refrain for a high percentage of the population. For those of us who have experienced the loss of a loved one, divorce, rejection, abandonment, or betrayal, the holiday season can further intensify feelings… Continue reading CLA Pares Off the Pounds
August 31st, 2009
Benefits Go Far Beyond Weight Loss.
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is back in the news. And for good reason!
This "good" omega-6 fat lowers body mass index (BMI) and overall body fat after 8 weeks in obese postmenopausal women with Type 2 diabetes. Earlier Norwegian research showed a stunning 20 percent decrease in the ratio of body fat to lean tissue. Overweight individuals also lost an average of 7 pounds—without making any changes in their diets.
A hefty body of research suggests that CLA does far more than stimulate weight loss. Combined with vitamin E, conjugated linoleic acid may be useful in lowering… Continue reading
Love Your Heart – And Keep It Healthy
February 2nd, 2009
The month of February means American Heart Month.
Many years ago, I asked one of my favorite cardiologists (a most wonderful man who epitomizes the perfect combination of a classically trained M.D. and an "enlightened" holistic doc) to spell out the most important nutrients most essential for overall heart protection and that provide the metabolic boost the old ticker needs on a daily basis.
Dr. Sinatra didn't hesitate when he revealed his "Awesome Foursome" nutrients and dosage information, suggestions that I would like to pass on to all of you with elderly parents, relatives, and other-assorted loved ones :)
The first is CoQ10… Continue reading
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