Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability. The most common heart disease in the United States is coronary heart disease, which often appears as a heart attack.  About every 25 seconds, an American will have a coronary event, and about one every minute will die from it. (1)  In 2010, an estimated 785,000 Americans had a new coronary attack, and about 470,000 had a recurrent attack. Read more »

The warm summer months encourage us to show a little skin, and we all want that vibrant summer glow, right?  Healthy skin is a reflection of a healthy person.  What you put in and on your body directly affects the radiance, tone, and condition of your skin.  So, if you want to achieve that summer glow without frying or dying your skin, read on! Read more »

When it comes to heart health, women need a wake up call! Heart disease is often considered a man’s diagnosis, however, according the National Institute for Health, heart disease is actually the No. 1 killer of both men and women in America today.

 A staggering 1 in 4 women die from heart disease, whereas 1 in 30 women die from  breast cancer. The U.S. Department of Health reports that nearly two-thirds of American women who die suddenly of a heart attack had no prior symptoms. Yes, that should be shocking! Yet, this is a preventable disease. Read more »

Many experts believe that women who get plenty of omega-3 fatty acids in their diet over several years may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer.  In fact, fat intake has been one of the most widely studied dietary risk factors for breast cancer.   Read more »