by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | Jul 6, 2023 | Heart-Health News, Speak for the Heart Blog
(This post contains affiliate links.) As a preventive cardiologist, I’m a big fan of the Mediterranean style of eating (really more a lifestyle than a “diet”), which has been shown in study after study to be one of the best ways of eating for heart health, as well as...
by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | May 31, 2023 | Heart-Health News, Speak for the Heart Blog
Inflammation has been found to play a role in a startling number of diseases and conditions, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, and autoimmune disorders, among others. The latest disease in which inflammation has been discovered to play a...
by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | May 9, 2023 | Blog: The Writer Is In, Speak for the Heart Blog
(This post contains affiliate links.) Although it may seem as though the widespread use of artificial intelligence (AI) is a new concept that has just made its appearance upon the world stage, this moment has actually been years in the making. To look a little more in...
by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | May 2, 2023 | Speak for the Heart Blog
Looking for some inspiration, as well as some education, on healthy habits and best practices in all aspects of life? Look no farther than these 5 books on health and wellness. Although they’re not all new releases, I did read all of them in the past year, so...
by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | Jan 17, 2023 | Heart-Health News, Speak for the Heart Blog
Who says you can’t enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables in the wintertime? Here are five that are freshest—and most delicious—during the winter season. Plus, they’re all packed with antioxidants that help fight inflammation and can help maintain and improve heart health....
by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | Nov 16, 2022 | Heart-Health News, Speak for the Heart Blog
Let’s face it: due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the global economic recession, and multiple other worldwide events, we’re all dealing with chronic stress right now. That sort of stress can put a real strain on your heart, not to mention the rest of your body as well as...