Monthly Archives: December 2011

Maintaining your weight over the holiday season can be challenging but very manageable with a few simple changes. Here are the top ten ways to prevent weight gain during the holidays: 1) Exercise daily. Exercising daily such as taking a … Continue reading →

When you’re on-the-go all the time, it can be hard to be a healthy eater. Here are some strategies to help you out and keep you on track. 1) Plan your meals ahead of time and shop accordingly. With everything … Continue reading →

According to a new study, diets high in fruits, raw vegetables, and berries weaken a dangerous gene that can cause heart attacks. The gene, 9p21 was studied in nearly 30,000 people of different ethnicities. If you are unlucky enough to … Continue reading →

Lean red meats are a perfectly healthy protein to include in your diet a couple of times per week. But why lean? Higher fat meats contain a larger portion of saturated fats. When excess amounts of saturated fats are consumed, … Continue reading →

Greenwich Cardiology Associates was awarded Aetna’s Aexcel designation. This honor is awarded to practices who meet certain clinical performance and efficiency standards. We strive to exceed the expectations of all our patients. The Aexcel designation means we are succeeding.

Don’t like to eat fish and can’t eat enough walnuts everyday? There’s a solution to getting omega-3 fix: ground flax seed. Flaxseed is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, helping to reduce total cholesterol and LDL (“bad”) … Continue reading →

At the end of the day, I truly look forward to a sweet tooth fix, particularly if it has chocolate in it. But while trying to lose some weight for summertime, I want to be calorie conscious. With so many … Continue reading →

How many meals have you had at your desk, in front of your computer, on the phone? Did you even remember finishing your meal, let alone what it tasted like? Somewhere along the way we have lost touch with our … Continue reading →

Managing your portions can be difficult, especially when on-the-go. You can’t carry tablespoons and measuring cups around! Here are some visual images to help you keep your portions in check. Meat, poultry, & fatty fish such as salmon 1 serving: … Continue reading →

Despite recalls and outdated research giving eggs a bad wrap, eggs are one of the most nutritious foods we have. Decades of research have now shown that eggs have limited effect on your cholesterol. Guidelines indicate that heart healthy effects … Continue reading →