Marching Towards Heart Health

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Marching Towards Heart Health: A Nutritional Beat for Your Cardiovascular Symphony — As we embrace the month of March, it’s time to set the stage for a heart-healthy performance. Your heart is the maestro orchestrating the symphony of your life, and taking care of it is crucial for your overall well-being.

Diet for a Healthy Heart

An image of a Buddha bowl, an example of a Mediterranean diet, with olives, garbanzo beans, fresh vegetables. Marching Towards Heart HealthEmbrace the Mediterranean Melody

The Mediterranean diet is renowned for promoting heart health. Rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and olive oil, this diet provides a harmonious blend of nutrients that support cardiovascular well-being. Omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish like salmon and mackerel contribute to a healthier heart rhythm. If you can’t pallet that fishy flare, taking an Omega-3 supplement is an excellent alternative. Click HERE for our FullScript dispensary.

Fruit and Vegetable Crescendo

An image of fresh fruits and vegetables. Marching towards heart healthColorful fruits and vegetables are packed with antioxidants, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. These nutrients play a vital role in reducing inflammation and supporting overall cardiovascular function. Aim to include a rainbow of produce in your daily meals for maximum heart health benefits.

 

 

A rainbow list to inspire your choices

Marching Towards Heart Health

Am image of several strawberries and cherry tomatoes with a garnish of basilRed

• Cherries

• Raspberries

• Red bell peppers

• Strawberries

• Tomatoes

 

 

An image of orange fruits and vegetables in honor of Marching Towards Heart HealthOrange/Yellow

• Carrots

• Mangoes

• Oranges

• Peaches

• Yellow bell peppers

 

 

An image of half an avocado, sliced kiwi, a green smoothie, with dark leafy greens in the backgroundGreen

• Avocado

• Broccoli

• Green apples

• Kale

• Kiwi

 

 

 

Am image of purple grapes, blueberries, blackberries, purple cabbage, eggplant, and other blue/purple fruits and vegetables.Blue/Purple

• Blueberries

• Blackberries

• Eggplant

• Plums

• Purple cabbage

• Purple grapes

 

 

An image of a head of cauliflower, a bunch of bananas, and several garlic cloves.White/Tan

• Bananas

• Cauliflower

• Garlic

• Mushrooms

• Onions

• Potatoes

 

 

An image of Dr. William Davis, MD, internal medicine, PPMAMarching Towards Heart Health

This March let’s embark on a journey towards a healthier heart by adopting a diet that nourishes and sustains. By making informed choices about what we eat and being mindful of our blood pressure, we can ensure that our hearts continue to play the beautiful symphony of life for years to come. Take the first step towards heart health today – your heart will thank you for it.

Make an appointment with Romana, one of our Registered Dietitians, to ensure your diet is on track and if you are not already checking your vitals at home, call the office about 100+, our remote patient monitoring system, where we can track your blood pressures as you take your vitals.

— Dr. William Davis

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