Add Color to Your Meals for a Healthy Heart
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 3, 2016
Eating a healthy meal that is balanced with good fats, fiber, protein, and loaded with nutrients for your body is ideal for a healthy heart. But, in our busy lives, it can be challenging to eat what is recommended. The American Heart Association (AHA) has a new initiative referred to as + color. This new
Foods for a Healthy Heart
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 30, 2016
Out of the thousands of food choices, you can make decisions that will benefit your heart. Foods that are nutrient-rich in heart-healthy vitamins and minerals can help to reduce your risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Incorporating these types of foods into your diet can bring about major health benefits for years to come. Here is
Signs of Heart Failure
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 16, 2016
Do you know the signs of heart failure? Early recognition is crucial to receiving timely treatment and preventing further deterioration. If you or someone you know has more than one of the symptoms below, reach out to a cardiologist for an evaluation. • Shortness of breath: this can occur when the heart has a difficult
Drop that Salt Shaker! Sodium and Heart Disease
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 3, 2016
Sodium is a nutrient that our bodies need, but if consumed in access, it is harmful. The overabundance of sodium surprisingly does not come from your table’s salt shaker. The majority is consumed from fast foods and processed foods. So, with our culture of “eating on the run”, you can see how easily sodium amounts
3 Simple Exercises for Heart Health
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: July 19, 2016
If you have heart disease, you know the importance of taking every precaution to avoid exacerbating the problem. This is the time to take charge of your health and be an active participant in managing your heart condition. Your doctor can advise you and prescribe you medications, but the rest is up to you. There
Why is Blood Pressure Important to Check?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: June 29, 2016
Every time that your heart beats, it pushes your blood throughout your entire body. The blood pushes against the walls of your arteries as it rushes to supply your body with oxygen and nourishing nutrients. This pressure against the walls is referred to as your blood pressure. If your blood pressure is too high, it
Are You at Risk for Heart Failure?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: May 23, 2016
Heart failure, even in the name alone, is scary. That your heart can fail, or give out, is something to be taken very seriously. Everyone’s heart will weaken a bit as they age, but lifestyle factors are indicative of how severe and quickly this weakening can manifest. Heart failure is usually associated with other conditions
Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: April 15, 2016
Heart healthy individuals don’t smoke, exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables and maintain a healthy body mass index (BMI). Body mass index is the measure of the body fat that you have based on your height and weight. It can inform you if you are underweight, normal weight, overweight or
Atherosclerosis: What is it?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: April 2, 2016
We’ve all heard about atherosclerosis and have a vague notion that it has something to do with the heart. At least that is what the television commercials elude to. But what exactly is atherosclerosis? Your heart relies on your arteries and veins to move blood to and from the heart. When plaque, a combination of
Can Heart Arrhythmias Cause Panic Attacks?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: February 12, 2016
Heart Arrhythmias….can they cause panic attacks? Yes, they can. For those who suffer from anxiety, a racing heart and shortness of breath might be a reaction to a stressful situation. If you are experiencing these symptoms, you might jump to the conclusion that you have a heart condition. This make sense, since we’ve always heard
