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High blood pressure could hurt your sex life
courtesy of American Heart Association Many people know that high blood pressure contributes to cardiovascular problems and can increase your risk for a heart attack or stroke. But it also can impact your sex
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Rachel D’Souza-Siebert: Heart Attack Survivor
Like many women, Rachel D’Souza-Siebert’s life is a delicate balancing act between family, work and somehow taking time for her health. But unlike others, Rachel was forced to learn the importance of this balance
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SOUL FOOD: Chicken Broth with Mustard Greens and Tomatoes
Chicken Broth with Mustard Greens and Tomatoes Serves 4; 1 cup per serving 4 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth 1 small carrot, thinly sliced 4 large mustard green leaves, coarsely chopped (about 4 cups)
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Rekisha Harris: Heart Transplant Recipient
Rekisha Harris is a fighter, and brings new meaning to the word “strength.” Her battle to survive heart disease, though all odds seemed against her and obstacles seemed endless, demonstrates the power of being
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Soul Food: Three-Cheese Macaroni Bake
Three-Cheese Macaroni Bake Serves 6; 1/2 cup per serving Cooking spray 4 ounces dried whole-grain elbow macaroni 1/2 cup grated low-fat mild Cheddar cheese 1/2 cup fat-free ricotta cheese 1/3 cup fat-free sour cream
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SOUL FOOD: Vegetable Gumbo
Vegetable Gumbo Serves 4; 3/4 cup gumbo and 1/2 cup rice per serving 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped 1 medium rib
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Salads To Feed The Senses
Carolyn O’Neil, M.S., R.D., and co-author of “The Dish on Eating Healthy and Being Fabulous!” recommends salads that appeal to all of the senses. O’Neil created these two recipes which are beautiful to look
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What You Need to Know about Controlling High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is sometimes called the ‘silent killer’ because it has no symptoms, except in extreme cases. It’s critical that the millions of people who have high blood pressure learn how to control
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Top 10 Tech Tips for a Healthier Heart
1. Stop Smoking. Apps such as Smoke Reducer for Android, and iQuit for iPhone can help you wean off tobacco. You can also use the Firefox add-on Quitomzilla, which shows you how much money
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Eva Gomez Heart Disease Survivor
As a nurse, Eva was used to being in hospitals. Perhaps that’s why she never expected to be in one as a patient undergoing open heart surgery. Eva’s doctor discovered that she had a
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