How to kick the habit: Skipping breakfast
How important is it to eat breakfast? Medical research and popular opinions abound. Some may skip breakfast out of long-standing habit, fear of gaining weight, religious rituals, bad advice, or other personal reasons. The latest hot topic of intermittent fasting may contribute to breakfast-skipping.
Heart-healthy recipes: Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken or Pork
Eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to give up slow cooker favorites like barbecue pork. The American Heart Association has put together a delicious, heart-healthy recipe that doesn’t sacrifice flavor for fewer calories or sodium. Feeling like some bbq chicken sandwiches? Great! With only 125 calories per serving and 130mg of sodium, you can indulge […]
The ABCs of Heart Health – Tips to Prevent Heart Disease
By: Dr. Yvonne Saunders-Teigeler, FAAFPNorth Amidon Family Physicians Dr. Yvonne Saunders-Teigeler was born and raised in Illinois. She graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine’s Family Medicine Residency program in June 2001. Dr. Teigeler received honors while in her residency program including Chief Resident status in her third year. Dr. Teigeler received her doctorate […]
Heart-healthy recipes: Pico de gallo grilled chicken salad
The photo in this one is really all you need to want to make this delicious dish. With only 154 calories per serving, 25g of proten and 2g of fiber, this tasty meal is great for lunch or a mid-afternoon snack. It also only has 148mg of sodium, making it a reasonable and healthy choice. […]
Heart-healthy recipes: Savor the flavor of sweet & sour pork
This dish is certainly better than stopping at your favorite fast food place, and has just a fraction of the sodium! Even if you’re on a heart-healthy diet and you’re looking to keep your salt in check, this delicious take on traditional Asian cuisine will have your family begging for more – and you can […]
Know your risks: How to prevent a heart attack
February is American Heart Month – a good time to stop and think about your lifestyle and your risk when it comes to heart attacks, stroke and other health issues. Do you know the risk factors for a heart attack? Do you know your numbers? Do you know how to prevent the leading cause of […]
Heart-Healthy Recipe: Raspberry Chocolate Mini Macarons
Looking for a heart-healthy sweet treat this Valentine’s Day? Why not make your sweetheart some delicious treats as a gift, or maybe to share after a three-course meal? The American Heart Association offers several heart-healthy recipes that promise to be delicious and easy to prepare. While this dessert has a little bit of sugar, you […]
Warm up with this heart-healthy recipe for turkey chili
It’s chili season! With Kansas weather, you never know what to expect, so be prepared for another cold snap with a heart-healthy version of this delicious Midwestern staple. Instead of loading your chili with hamburger and salt, try ground turkey breast. Spice up your chili with onions, garlic, chili powder, pepper and cumin for an […]
Don’t let thyroid issues go undiagnosed
Did you know that January is Thyroid Awareness Month? You might be shaking your head and truly wondering “of all things, why thyroid awareness?” It’s a good question. To put thyroid conditions into context, The American Thyroid Association estimates 20 million Americans have a thyroid problem and half are unaware and undiagnosed. By comparison, 30 […]
How to kick the habit: Stress – is it hurting my heart?
We hear so much about stress these days. The American Institute of Stress defines it as “physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension.” I’ve noticed it’s generally discussed in a negative context. But I’d argue there is a distinct difference between everyday stress and distress.
