What is heart health? Heart health is a concern during aging, as well as for women experiencing menopause. As we age our hearts tend to become enlarged and start to stiffen, this decreases how well our hearts can fill with blood leading to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) [1]. Additionally, our arteries become … Continue reading Nutrition for menopause: Heart health
What is CVD? Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a term used to describe conditions that affect the heart or blood vessels (arteries, veins, and capillaries). CVDs are the main cause of death globally and over four out of five deaths caused by CVD are due to heart attacks and strokes [1]. Cardiovascular disease is typically related … Continue reading Cardiovascular Disease: Definition, Types and Risk Factors
