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Spread The Word About Heart Health During American Heart Month

Despite how far we've come, heart disease is still the top cause of death in the U.S. One of the biggest problems when it comes to heart health is that many myths still abound. Since February is American Heart Month, I want to enlist your help debunking the myths and communicating critical information that can help save lives. Read my blog to find out how you can help me spread the facts about heart health.

Your Weekly Heartwise Habit

Sweeten Sensibly

AS A RULE, avoid artificial sweeteners. When you consume an artificial sweetener, the sweet taste on your tongue triggers the release of insulin in the body to offset the expected sugar. But since there isn’t actually any sugar in what’s consumed, the insulin goes to work on whatever little sugar is in the body—resulting in hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Hypoglycemia makes you feel hungry, especially for other sweet foods, so you may end up eating more and gaining weight. It’s a vicious cycle. Get more Heartwise Habits.

Cholesterol Subtypes Defined

It's common to hear generalizations such as "LDL is bad cholesterol and HDL is good." But in reality, both LDL and HDL cholesterol are far more complex. There are multiple subtypes of both, and some are good and some are bad. Discover which subtypes of cholesterol are most harmful to your heart health.

NUTRITION NOTES

Sinatra's Super Foods: Cinnamon

Eating the right foods regularly has an enormous impact on your ability to maintain optimal heart health—and peak overall health. In the Sinatra’s Super Foods Series, I introduce you to the foods I believe offer the greatest health benefits and healing powers. Learn why a sprinkle of cinnamon is both a tasty and heart-healthy way to season any meal.

RECIPE OF THE WEEK

Broccoli Soup

Want to reduce your cancer risk and boost your heart health? Then dive into a deep bowl of this delicious soup, which features the hearty green veggie broccoli, one of my top Super Foods. Broccoli is packed with phytonutrients that protect against cell damage caused by free-radical stress, which can lead to the development of cancer. In addition, when you eat broccoli your heart benefits from its magnesium, your blood pressure benefits from its calcium and potassium, and your cholesterol levels benefit from its lutein. So go ahead and have a second serving.

You'll find this and many more delicious, heart-healthy recipes inside.