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...
by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | Mar 23, 2022 | Speak for the Heart Blog
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of maintaining a healthy immune system. Here are five ways to boost yours: 1. Get Enough Sleep Photo by Matheus Vinicius on Unsplash Adults need at least seven hours of uninterrupted sleep per night to maintain good...
by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | Dec 17, 2020 | Heart-Health News, Speak for the Heart Blog
(This post contains affiliate links.) The many challenges of 2020 led to almost everyone cooking and preparing more meals at home. Done properly, this actually has a number of health benefits: homecooked meals are usually lower in sodium and fat than meals prepared in...
by Yasmine S. Ali, MD | Nov 23, 2020 | Heart-Health News, Speak for the Heart Blog
Photo credit: mikecohen1872 on Visualhunt.com One thing is for certain: this holiday season will be like none other. With COVID-19 case numbers on the rise and the CDC urging all of us not to travel, most of us will be spending more time in our own homes. From the...
