Planning a trip to the grocery store this weekend? Pump up your heart health by choosing foods that are low in sodium. Reducing Your Sodium Intake Nearly ninety percent of Americans consume too much sodium. If you are trying to reduce your salt intake here are some tips to help guide you when grocery shopping: […]
The big game can spike stress hormones, taking a toll on your heart and your health. Whether you’re rooting for your team or getting overly excited about a favorite commercial, our bodies respond to intensity by increasing heart rate and blood pressure. For anyone with heart disease or other known risk factors, such as diabetes, […]
*This article originally appeared in WakeMed’s Heart to Heart Magazine. Do you want to really enjoy your golden years? Living longer can provide an opportunity to enjoy retirement, travel, spend time with grandchildren or simply take time to slow down while feeling your best. Most of us know adopting a heart healthy lifestyle can improve […]
You may have heard that the American Heart Association recently made a change to blood pressure guidelines. This important change is the first in 14 years and reflects the results of several long-term studies (including the SPRINT study) which show that there are lower rates of cardiovascular events when blood pressure is controlled to lower […]
Who says that kids get to have all of the fun? One of the best (and most fun) ways to stay young at heart is to channel your inner child. Run. Jump. Play laser tag. Get fit, burn calories and give your heart a workout while enjoying yourself. Need some ideas to get you started? […]
When you choose WakeMed Heart & Vascular Physicians, you can rest assured your heart is in good hands. With many locations to serve you, we offer expertise and convenience, all in one heart healthy package. Heart Care Plus+ WakeMed and Duke Health are pleased to collaborate on cardiovascular services. Heart Care Plus+ combines the passion and expertise of […]
It’s easy to lose track of your health and fitness – especially when your life is busy. Below, we take a look at some of the most common heart health mistakes that men make and how making a few minor adjustments can improve your overall cardiovascular health. Heart Health Mistakes That Men Make #1 – […]
Expertise, experience and advanced technology have been hallmarks of WakeMed’s heart program for more than 50 years. WakeMed Heart & Vascular Physicians represents the best training and the latest technologies, all backed by the WakeMed Heart Center, the region’s preferred cardiac center. Thanks to new subspecialties, innovative procedures and our growing team of talented cardiologists, […]
Fish are loaded with important nutrients, such as protein, vitamin D as well as omega-3 fatty acids. Aim to eat fish at least twice a week. Enjoy these two simple, healthy fish recipes any time for better heart health! Poached Cod with Potatoes & Leeks Ingredients 4 Servings 1½ pounds small Yukon Gold potatoes Kosher salt 2 […]
Can you really suffer from a broken heart? Well….it’s complicated. Often, when we think of broken hearts, we think of an image of a heart split into two jagged pieces. In real life, a broken heart may not necessarily be a cause of death, but it can certainly have serious cardiovascular implications. Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Takotsubo cardiomyopathy […]
