Blog Posts in Category: cardiovascular disease
August 19, 2015
Are You Eating Enough Fish? Did you know that the American Heart Association recommends eating at least two servings of fish a week? Why? It is because the omega-3 fatty acids that are found in in fish can help reduce the risk of heart disease! This is especially beneficial towards people who have a high risk of cardiovascular disease. What exactly are omega-3 fatty acids? Omega-3 fatty acids are unsaturated fats that protect against the development of erratic cardiac rhythm disturbances,... Read More
February 10, 2015
Did you know February is American Heart Month? I’m not talking about chocolate and Valentines Day, but I am talking about preventing high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke! Cardiovascular Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It is vital to incorporate physical activity into your daily routine. But exercise doesn’t have to be boring or mean hitting the gym! Get moving on campus today! Grab a fellow staff member and head over to the Whitt for open skate. Whether it... Read More
March 7, 2014
What’s better than enjoying a nice cup of tea to either jumpstart your day or wind down at night? Your routine cup of tea not only gives you a boost of energy in the morning or helps you relax before falling asleep at night, but it can also be very beneficial for you health! Recent research from the Harvard School of Public Health has shown that tea is full of antioxidants and flavonoids that can be good for you health and help protect against disease! Benefits one can receive from drinking tea... Read More
Recent Posts
Benefits Beyond The Mat
Yoga is both a mind and body practice that people have been doing for... Read more
Embrace Mindfulness And Learn To Live In The Moment
Mindfulness is to be fully present in the... Read more
Slow Down And Enjoy
Mindful eating seems to be a popular topic in the nutrition world. What does... Read more
