Are You Having a Heart Attack? Don’t Ignore These Signs
Heart attacks, also medically referred to as myocardial infarctions, are common, but potentially life-threatening events. Every year, nearly 800,000 people in the United States suffer one of these medical emergencies. In the following post, we discuss what happens when someone experiences a heart attack. We also look at what causes such an event and the symptoms he or she might face if affected. What Is A Heart Attack? A heart attack occurs when a blood vessel leading to or situated within the heart is completely blocked. This obstruction results in a loss of blood flow and supply of oxygen to the heart. If the disease process gets worse, the surrounding…
Understanding Mindful Journaling
Mindfulness is about being present and more self-aware. To be more mindful, you need to spend time getting your mind into the present moment, including what you are feeling, thinking about, worried about, exploring, and experiencing in the moment. You put aside thoughts about the past and future momentarily while you enter a state of mindful meditation. This can also be useful when you are journaling. Here are some things to know about mindful journaling. Acknowledge Your Present Without Judgment In order to practice mindfulness, you are not pretending your problems don’t exist. You are actually allowing all those thoughts and worries to come into your mind. Be in the…
National Muffin Day: Banana Nut Muffins
Another day, another named day! This one is called National Muffin Day — February 20th. It sounds like a fun one, right? I missed it by one day but I think you will forgive me after you make this recipe! There are so many different types of muffins out there. Do you have a favorite muffin recipe? I have one that may just become that favorite one for you. It incorporates 2 of our favorite things — bananas and nuts!
You Don’t Have to Be Perfect When Journaling
The reason why journaling is so versatile and can benefit everyone is that it isn’t about perfection or doing it right. It is about the journey and what you choose to get out of it that’s going to make it worthwhile. Your Journal is for Your Eyes Only I can’t emphasize this enough…if you don’t keep that in mind, your journaling won’t be as effective. There is no reason to be perfect in your journal since you are the only one who will ever read it. You might have this fear in the back of your mind that someone might stumble upon it, which can cause you to be careful…
Include These 5 Heart-Healthy Foods into Your Diet
Heart disease is still the top killer in the country. You can greatly reduce the risk of heart disease by adding healthy foods to your diet. There are a number of foods that can keep your heart healthy. 1. Yogurt Yogurt can reduce the risk of gum disease. People who have gum disease are more likely to develop heart disease. Yogurt has good bacteria, which helps keep the gums healthy. There has also been evidence to suggest that yogurt can boost the immune system. 2. Wild Salmon Salmon is tasty and healthy regardless of whether it is broiled, baked or grilled. It is filled with heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids.…
Small Changes to Improve Heart Health
If you have a serious medical condition involving your heart, it may take a great deal of effort to improve your heart health. If you don’t already have a serious condition, however, a few small steps can go a long way towards improving your overall heart health and help prevent a number of more serious conditions. Heart health has also been proven to have a strong link to cognitive function as well, so many of the same things that protect your heart also protect your brain. Here are 3 small lifestyle changes you can make to help improve your heart health – and maybe help protect your brain in the…
The Benefits of Journaling on Your Relationships
With this being Valentine’s Week, I thought this post about the benefits of journaling for relationships was on topic. Aside from the more common benefits of journaling, like helping you to achieve your goals, figure out your feelings and emotions, and vent in a secret space, journaling can also help with your personal relationships and friendships. Benefits of Journaling for Your Relationship With Yourself One of the most important relationships you have is the one you have with yourself. Journaling is by far one of the best things you can do to heal this relationship. To start with, it is going to help you think more positively, especially if you…
Low-Fat Chocolate Desserts for Valentine’s Day
Chocolate is a staple for Valentine’s Day. You can’t really escape the day without something chocolate related. With that in mind, you may be wondering what you can do that incorporates the sweet part into your dessert without incorporating the fat. Here are some low-fat chocolate desserts to keep in mind. These still give you the chocolate you love without the fat you don’t need. Chocolate Crepes with Berry Sauce Chocolate crepes are easy to make and they don’t pack the fat punch that some other desserts do. All you need for this dessert is a crepe mix kit, the cocoa powder of your choice, and a berry sauce. Mix…
Five Healthy Valentine’s Day Dates
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Are you looking for a slightly different but healthy way to celebrate the day with your significant other? Here are some healthy Valentine’s Day date options that will be fun and show your sweetie that you care! A Figure Skating Date Ice skating is an excellent way to stay active with your Valentine’s Day date. It’s also pretty effective when it comes to burning calories. A moderate session burns around 350 calories per hour whilst an intense session burns a massive 600 calories per hour. So if you fancy hitting the ice this Valentine’s Day get down to a nearby rink with your…
3 Facts About Heart Disease
February is American Heart Month. Friday, February 7th is Wear Red Day. This month is a good time to learn more about heart health and perhaps take steps to improve yours if possible. Heart health is a major focus for most people, and for good reason—it’s terrifying to think that something may be wrong with your ticker. Despite this awareness, many people have misconceptions about heart disease and their vulnerability to it. This article looks at some facts about heart disease that you should be aware of. 1. Heart Disease is a Leading Cause of Death The reason some causes of heart disease, like high blood pressure, are known as…
