ERAS Cardiac aims to improve recovery and prevent surgical complications by standardizing the care of heart surgery patients – before, during and after surgery. Comprised of more than 20 individual steps that may have minimal impact on their own, once combined have proven significant improvements in the recovery process for surgery patients. Working 12-hour days […]
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 […]
Heart surgery is serious business – and the decision to undergo surgery is rarely taken lightly. If circumstances allow you to choose a surgeon or where to have heart surgery, it’s critical to do your homework. So, what do you look for in a hospital when considering heart surgery? We’re glad you asked – here […]
Broccoli Pizza Crust (gluten free) Serves 4 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS 2 heads broccoli, blanched 4 eggs ¾ cup Parmesan cheese 2 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp crushed red pepper 1 pinch salt Desired toppings, precooked DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400○F. In a food processor, pulse the […]
Many patients and families worry about a difficult recovery process when heart surgery has been recommended. However, new protocols are taking the field by storm resulting in less pain, fewer complications, and faster recovery than ever seen before. Enhanced Recovery After Cardiac Surgery ERAS Cardiac stands for Enhanced Recovery After Cardiac Surgery. ERAS is an […]
Asian Noodle Lettuce Wraps Serves 6 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS Wraps: ½ pound spaghetti 2 large carrots 1 red bell pepper 4 ounces bean sprouts 2 large cucumbers 1 handful of scallions 1 cup fresh cilantro, rough chopped ½ head napa cabbage ½ head purple cabbage 2 cups peanuts 6 large […]
Avocado & Black Bean Tostadas Serves 6 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS Avocado Cream: 1 ripe avocado ¼ cup sour cream 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon cilantro, rough chopped salt & pepper to taste Salsa: 1 cup fresh tomato, diced ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained ½ cup corn, fresh […]
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 […]
*Makes 6 bars **Adapted from superhealthykids.com View a printable version of this recipe. Berry and White Bean Breakfast Bars INGREDIENTS Filling: 1 cup berries (fresh or frozen, thawed) 1 tablespoon chia seeds Batter: 1 (15 ounce) can white beans ½ cup unsweetened applesauce 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ cup peanut butter 1 tablespoon honey 1 […]
Heart attacks are the leading cause of death in the United States at over 375,000 per year. They occur when blood flow to one of the heart’s arteries (blood vessels that supply the heart muscle with blood and nutrients) is obstructed causing loss of function of the heart tissue supplied by those arteries. What causes a heart attack? […]
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