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Heart Disease in Women – Part 2
This is the second of a 2 part series Lowering our risk While a family history is one of the classic non-modifiable risk factors, there is growing evidence that we have the power to alter our genetic potential, and not only reduce our risk by preventing plaque build up, but actually reverse some of the damage that has already been done. While much of the basic advice (don’t smoke and exercise) has stood the test of time, it can be difficult to sort through the endless trends on social media regarding nutrition and wellness and figure out what advice to follow. Additionally, while our food choices factor in heavily, there…
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Heart Disease in Women – Part 1
This is the first of a 2 part series With red hearts everywhere, we are flooded this month with reminders to think of those we love. Whether you are romantically involved or not, this Hallmark holiday does provide a nice backdrop for American Heart Month, a time for us all to think about our own hearts, and the heart health of those we love. Historically, cardiovascular disease (CVD) has largely been considered a disease of men. And while it is still their # 1 killer, most people don’t realize that it is the leading cause of death in women as well, and that a woman’s chances of dying from heart…
