By Deborah Pike Olsen

You probably worry about how much fat is in your diet, but you might not think twice about salt. Big mistake: Consuming too much salt kills more people than artery-clogging trans fat, says Stephen Havas, M.D., adjunct professor of epidemiology and preventive...

By Beth Sumrell Ehrensberger, R.D.

If you’ve been burning the midnight oil at work, you might want to forward this blog to your boss. New and emerging research published recently in the European Heart Journal found that British civil service employees who worked 11 to 12...

By Beth Sumrell Ehrensberger, R.D.

When I run into people I know at the local ice cream shop, they always seem surprised to see me there—I guess they think being a dietitian makes me crave steamed broccoli for dessert. The truth is, I do work hard to eat well, which is why I’ve...

By Denise Maher

Heart disease and stroke are among adults’ biggest health risks, yet many aren’t able to take full advantage of all the powerful prevention strategies out there. They may know that heart problems run in the family and that their age puts them at higher risk, but...

By Liz Krieger

This week’s cooking installment began almost as a dare. On my recent visit to my parents, my mom nearly fell out of her chair when I told her I intended to cook something again (see my stellar first attempt here). But for some...

By Willow Jarosh, R.D., and Stephanie Clarke, R.D.

Q: What are the benefits of omega-3s and what's the best way to get them?

A: Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat, and the major benefits are that these essential fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA (...

By S. Jhoanna Robledo Wade

It’s no news that smoking is the number one preventable cause of heart disease. And everyone knows quitting is crucial. You even know what to do. Thing is, it’s hard. Really hard. And it’s all too easy to give up. That’s why we asked former smokers to...

By Liz Krieger

In an effort to stay cool during the rather oppressive early summer heat- and humidity-wave, I decided to step away from the stove, opt out of the oven, flee from flames, and avoid anything approximating hot, warm, sizzling, or seared.

Enter the blender and...

Taking care of your heart is not just about exercise and losing weight. While additional studies are needed, new and emerging research suggests that each of the following may be pleasurable ways to help boost heart health. (Moderation is key, though, with every one!) Protect your ticker with...

By Willow Jarosh, R.D., and Stephanie Clarke, R.D.

Q: I've heard that a low-fat diet can support heart health. Does that mean that I should cut most fat out of my diet?

A: No. The truth is, you need some fat (even saturated fat) in your diet in order to help maintain...

Anyone who’s ever been remotely concerned about heart health has surely heard about the importance of omega-3 fatty acids. These essential polyunsaturated fats, which the body requires but cannot produce, have been shown to have a wide range of benefits, such as supporting healthy blood vessels...

By Sidra Forman

Cornbread is one of those foods that makes everything you serve with it taste better. And yet for those of us conscious about fat, cholesterol, and sodium, it’s also often one of those foods that’s best to avoid. Instead, try this re-worked recipe that will...

By Liz Krieger

There’s no question that the person most excited about the commencement of this blog is my husband. When we met nearly four years ago, he knew very, very well how little I cooked, and how generally clueless I was in and around the kitchen. He was fully aware that...

Sure, you know that living an active life is good for your ticker. But do you really know why exercise is such a powerful heart-disease protector? Be active, and see all that you’ll reap: