by drspar | All, Heart Health
I recently had a patient who was feeling well, but came to me for optimizing his performance and making sure he was doing all he could to prevent problems down the road. I won’t use his real name, so let’s call him Brent. Brent had typical annual physical labs done,...
by drspar | All, Heart Health
The general cholesterol profile, also known as the lipid panel, is what most people are used to having done during their general check-ups. Its purpose is to predict the chances of having heart problems down the road and guide decisions about what should be done to...
by drspar | All, Heart Health
When it comes to your health, you have more power than you realize. Lifestyle choices like eating well, exercising, and managing stress can make an incredible difference when it comes to preventing chronic problems like coronary disease, diabetes, and more. I’ve seen...
by drspar | All, Heart Health
I’m a huge proponent of lifestyle changes to maintain your best asset—your health. When it comes to heart health, there’s a lot you can do to protect your ticker and prevent disease. I write about how basic diet changes can affect heart health here, and I hone in on...
by drspar | All, Heart Health
It’s no secret that eating too much of certain foods may increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, but people sometimes forget that what you eat can actually have a positive impact on your heart. Adjusting your diet is an effective and relatively easy way to...
by drspar | All, Heart Health
Want to take care of your heart? Start with your plate. As I explain here, making diet changes can affect heart health. And it’s not just about cutting out junk—adding certain foods to your dietary rotation can have a big impact on your cardiovascular system, even...
