Can’t Sleep? You Probably Haven’t Tried This

by Dr. Veronica | Apr 25, 2019 | ARTICLES, Blog posts, Heart Health, Sleep Management

Insomnia is one of the top five issues clients come to me with. They’ve tried everything: Powering down electronics an hour before bed, yoga, meditation, no caffeine after 3pm… you name it. The first thing you have to do is identify WHY you’re having sleep issues,...

Sex Health: Is Hypertension a Hindrance?

by Dr. Veronica | Feb 10, 2017 | ARTICLES, Heart Health, Hypertension, Sexuality and your Health

Questions about sex and hypertension are natural. Whether or not sex is safe for a person with hypertension is a question that comes up frequently. Fortunately, the American Heart Association has indicated that most people with heart problems can enjoy sex safely,...

Are You Taking Your Blood Pressure Meds Correctly?

by Dr. Veronica | Nov 25, 2016 | ARTICLES, Heart Health, women and heart disease

Have you been taking your blood pressure medication correctly? A new U.S. Study found over 5 million Medicare prescription enrollees incorrectly taking their blood pressure medication. The U.S. Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention analyzed over 18.5 million...

Is Pregnancy an Indicator for Future Health Conditions?

by Dr. Veronica | Nov 18, 2016 | ARTICLES, Heart Health, Pregnancy, women and heart disease

According to a heart specialist, pregnancy complications may indicate a higher risk of health problems in later life stages. Hypertension or diabetes developing during pregnancy usually goes away after delivery, but women who experienced these illnesses may have them...

Alcohol, Atrial Fibrillation, and an Increased Risk of Stroke

by Dr. Veronica | Nov 16, 2016 | Addiction, ARTICLES, Heart Health, women and heart disease

Did you know alcohol consumption and age may increase the risk of stroke if you have a heart rhythm disorder? A new study finds people with atrial fibrillation having an increase of risk of stroke, especially if they practice excessive alcohol consumption. Dr. Faris...

Keep your Kids Away from Cigarette Smoke

by Dr. Veronica | Nov 11, 2016 | ARTICLES, Fitness, Heart Health, women and heart disease

The American Heart Association expressed a statement recommending a “zero tolerance” approach for children’s exposure to secondhand smoke. Dr. Geetha Raghuveer, pediatric cardiologist and statement panel chair, stated in an AHA news release, “Parents should consider...