Simple moments can support heart health. When most people think about heart health, they jump straight to the usual suspects—diet, exercise, medications, maybe even sleep. And yes, those are important. But there’s something more subtle, often overlooked, that carries just as much weight in supporting your heart. That something? Gratitude. Not just for the big,…
Recovery
Limit Caffeine for Heart-Health
When we think about heart health, we often focus on diet, exercise, and managing stress—but sleep plays a vital role, too. One major disruptor of quality sleep? Caffeine. While it may seem harmless to sip coffee, tea, or even chocolate later in the day, the effects can linger much longer than we expect, quietly impacting…
Heart-Healthy Actions
10 Quick & Easy Heart-Healthy Actions You Can Start Doing Today for a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle: Taking care of your heart doesn’t have to mean overhauling your entire life overnight. In fact, small, consistent changes often make the biggest impact. Whether you’re recovering from a heart-related event or simply aiming to prevent one, adopting a heart-healthy…
A List of Things You Need for Open Heart Surgery
Sometimes, when open heart surgery occurs, there is no warning. That means there is no time to prepare your life, family, or home for the event, and there is no time to prepare your travel bag for your hospital stay. When open heart surgery became a reality for me, I didn’t have time for any…
A Quick Guide for Caregivers of Open Heart Surgery
Supporting a loved one through open-heart surgery and recovery can feel overwhelming. It’s a stressful situation and you want to do everything you can to help their recovery. As a caregiver, your role is crucial—not just in providing needed physical help, but also in offering emotional support during this challenging time. Based on my personal…