Monthly Archives: November 2013

Tasty Guilt Free Dessert

Posted on November 27, 2013 by

Lemon Peel Ricotta Crème Recipe – South Beach Diet This healthy dessert recipe comes from Dr. Agatston’s famous book, The South Beach Diet.  His diet has been scientifically validated to help with metabolic syndrome, diabetes and pre-diabetes.  His diet is also … Continue reading →

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Weight Loss Recently Shown to Improve Symptoms and the Frequency of Atrial Fibrillation.

Posted on November 26, 2013 by

This recent article which was well executed, shows that in obese subjects with atrial fibrillation (a common problem which is associated with significant risk for stroke),  weight loss results in less burden of symptoms and severity of symptoms. There were … Continue reading →

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Statin Use For The Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease

Posted on November 25, 2013 by

A review of statin use for the prevention of cardiovascular disease shows very positive support for the use of statin medication. My readers know that I am very much in favor of lifestyle changes to lower cardiovascular risk and this … Continue reading →

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Curried Sweet Potato Soup

Posted on November 22, 2013 by

Sweet potato, not only is just sweet to your taste buds but also good for your cardiovascular health. This starchy root vegetable is rich source of flavonoid antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber that are essential for optimal health. Curry … Continue reading →

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Medicare Advantage Crisis is Here

Posted on November 18, 2013 by

PPACA (Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act) has ramifications across the entire health insurance market. Besides the 10-15 million private insurance end of contract notices, now the Medicare beneficiaries are seeing the beginning of the 700 plus billion in cuts … Continue reading →

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