If you ever had blood work done at the request of your doctor it’s likely that your cholesterol levels were on the list of items being tested. Having cholesterol levels checked regularly is often part of routine check-up and screening guidelines because high cholesterol levels are considered a risk factor for developin…
Bell Lifestyle Products announced today the release of their new Heart Formula #5 product for both Canada and the United States. Heart Formula #5 joins an already successful line of heart products from Bell Lifestyle which includes blood pressure, cholesterol and a unique Omega 3 Fish Oil, clear by Bell™. Heart Formula…
February is Heart health month, which is recognized for raising awareness of cardiovascular related diseases. Heart disease affects approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults and is the second leading cause of death according to Health Canada. High blood pressure affects about six million Canadians and it is estimated t…
Cardiovascular disease consists of disorders involving the heart, blood vessels and the circulating blood. Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada, the first is cancer . Worldwide, heart disease is the primary cause of death. Also known as coronary artery disease, heart disease occurs when the bloo…
Dr. Adrienne Zarifis is a Naturopathic doctor with a passion for education. In this episode of Your Wellness Now, she discusses all-natural remedies and practices to support healthy blood pressure!
It’s the season for enjoying the outdoors – in the garden, patios, parks or for long strolls or jogs. In the hot summer season it’s useful to be aware of some heart related challenges for those with, or at risk of, heart problems. Below are my summer-friendly naturopathic heart health tips. Impact of Heat on the Heart…
It’s important to nourish your heart – it does a lot of hard work for your entire body, and without the right nutrition it can get strained over time and lead to negative health outcomes. Cardiovascular disease (CVD), or hardening of the arteries, is caused by fatty deposits building up in the walls of arteries over ti…
A strong, healthy heart is a great start to living your healthiest life. Use these four tips to help improve your heart health and live better.
Heart disease affects everyone – it may not affect you, but it may affect your spouse, a parent, your friend, a co-worker. In the United States, heart disease is the number one cause of death accounting for 25% of deaths. In Canada, it is the number two cause of death, accounting for 21% of deaths. February is Heart an…
Start your day with a smart choice using this easy to make heart smart juice recipe. Ingredients: 1 medium Apple 1 small Orange, peeled 7 medium Carrots, peeled Directions: 1. Place all ingredients in juicer and mix until apple, orange, and carrots are juiced. 2. Stir juice, pour, and enjoy with a healthy breakfast.