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, […]
Heart-Healthy Options When Dining Out
Who doesn’t love a night out with good friends and even better food? If your plans involve dining out any time soon, the following are some great, heart healthy options to help keep you on track! #1 – Go for Lean! Ask for skinless chicken, fish, or a lean meat. #2 – Choose Water Every […]
Recipe Corner: Heart Healthy Game Day Swaps
Need a way to “tackle” the lack of healthy options at your Superbowl party? Easy Swap: Change Out the Dressing! Swap ranch dip for a hummus dip to go with your veggies. Hummus is packed with fiber to keep you full and contains heart- healthy ingredients, such as chickpeas, to help reduce “bad” cholesterol (LDL). […]
Meet the Robots
Cary Hospital is leading the way in minimally-invasive, robotic surgical techniques with the adoption of three new, highly-advanced robots. Meet our latest surgical robots – all operated by some of the most talented, board-certified surgeons in the Triangle. Check out our Innovation Day & Robotic-Assisted Orthopaedic Seminars! Meet the Stryker Mako System If you’ve got […]
Sweet, Heart-Healthy Apple Recipes
View a printable version of these recipes here. Baked Apples with Walnuts serves 4 INGREDIENTS 4 Apples, Granny Smith, fresh 1/8 c. walnuts, chopped ¼ c. dried cranberries 2 Tbsp. light brown sugar ½ tsp. ground cinnamon 2 tsp. unsalted butter 2 Tbsp. orange juice INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut out the core of […]
Why Movement Matters
Exercise is one of the greatest things anyone can do for their health, but for diabetics – the health benefits are even more significant than for most. Here are some top reasons to get you motivated and moving! Move More For Better Heart Health. Here’s Why! #1 – It improves your insulin sensitivity. If you […]
Take 5 With Emily Hostetter
Emily Hostetter joined WakeMed in April 2019 and while relatively new to the team, she has been welcomed with open arms to the unique culture and team spirit that comes with being part of the WakeMed family. During her childhood growing up in Chapel Hill, both of Emily’s parents worked in health care, which fostered […]
Recipe Corner: Soups & Stews
The comforting and nourishing benefits of soup are plenty – most everyone can agree that there’s little more soothing than a warm bowl of chicken soup on a cold day or when you’re feeling under the weather. Here’s a few to try this month! View a printable version of this. Chicken Lentil Barley Stew Serves […]
For the Women – To Tie or Not?
Women have so many options for contraception these days, it can be overwhelming. For those interested in permanent contraception, a tubal ligation (historically known as having your tubes tied) is a great option for many. Hear from WakeMed OB/GYN, Dr. Chantel Roedner, about this popular method of permanent birth control. Q: How do you know […]
Medical Weight Loss: Why It’s Effective
It’s time to kick off a healthy new year! Losing weight is one of the best ways to improve your overall health, reduce your risk factors for chronic diseases, and improve your confidence. If you’re tired of trying the latest fad diet each new year, it might be a great time to learn about how […]
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