Heart Health & Cholesterol Resources
Articles from Dr. Elizabeth Klodas and the Step One Foods team — covering diet & nutrition, heart health, statins, and the science of food as medicine.
The way to a child’s heart (health)? Through their stomach.
I’m an adult cardiologist, meaning I was trained to treat adults. But as I walk through an airport terminal or department store, I can’t help but notice that even children are looking less and less like pictures of health. And...
Oct 12, 2024
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Oct 12, 2024
The way to a child’s heart (health)? Through their stomach.
I’m an adult cardiologist, meaning I was trained to treat adults. But as I walk through an airport terminal or department store,...
Oct 5, 2024
Better than BMI? Meet the New Body Roundness Index (BRI)
For decades, doctors have relied on Body Mass Index (BMI) to determine whether someone is at a healthy weight. But now, researchers...
Sep 21, 2024
New Study Links Spirituality to Healthier Blood Pressure ...
As a preventive cardiologist, one of the most common conditions I treat is hypertension. And no wonder - nearly half of U.S....
Aug 24, 2024
Top Foods To Improve Cholesterol
If you’ve been following this blog, you already know that you can lower cholesterol levels naturally—without relying solely on medications. That’s the...
Jul 27, 2024
4 heart-healthy, family-friendly exercises to try this su...
Summer is the perfect time to relax, but staying active, year-round, is key to healthy longevity. And when the weather gets warm,...
Jul 20, 2024
The Not-So-Hidden Dangers of the Carnivore Diet
The world of diet trends is ever-evolving, and one of the latest to have gained traction is the carnivore diet. When it...
Jul 13, 2024
The Effects of Probiotics on Cholesterol Levels
Probiotics are live microorganisms, often referred to as "good" or "friendly" bacteria, that provide numerous health benefits when consumed regularly. They are...
Jul 10, 2024
Foods to Avoid if You Have High Blood Pressure
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all adults in the United States—approximately 116 million people—have...
Jun 22, 2024
Prostate Problems Are Common
Here’s some eye-opening facts: about one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Additionally, half of all...
May 11, 2024
Mindful Mother's Day: Nurturing Mom's Well-Being
Mother's Day is a cherished occasion to express our love and appreciation for the remarkable women who do so much for us....
Jan 27, 2024
Navigating Polypharmacy
Medication lists tend to grow relentlessly, one prescription treating the side effects of another. A cardiologist explains why polypharmacy happens and shares...
Dec 30, 2023
2024 Goal: Gratitude
When I go on my walk/runs in the morning with my two dogs, I often listen to various podcasts. A staple in...
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