Center For The Healthy Heart

11/12/2025

Cholesterol imbalances, especially high LDL and low HDL, can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries, raising the risk of heart disease.

Diet, exercise, and medication can help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

Learn more: ctrhheart.com.

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice inspire us every day.

At Center for Healthy Heart, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of all veterans. Thank you for your service and for protecting the freedoms we cherish.

11/10/2025

As the holidays approach, which habit can help maintain heart health during November?

A) Skipping meals
B) Regular physical activity
C) Avoiding all carbohydrates
D) Staying indoors

Answer: ✅ B) Regular physical activity
Even moderate exercise helps manage blood pressure, cholesterol, and stress.

11/07/2025

💡 Did You Know? Movember focuses on men’s mental health.

Men are often less likely to seek help for mental health concerns. Talking to a professional or a trusted friend can reduce stress and improve well-being.

Quick mental health tips:
🧘 Exercise regularly
🗣️ Connect with friends and family
📅 Make time for hobbies and relaxation

11/05/2025

High blood pressure, often called the “silent killer,” can quietly damage your heart over time.

Regular monitoring, a balanced diet, and staying active are key to maintaining cardiovascular health.

Learn more about protecting your heart: ctrhheart.com.

11/03/2025

November is American Diabetes Month. What is a common early sign of diabetes?

A) Sudden weight gain
B) Excessive thirst and frequent urination
C) High fever
D) Hair loss

Answer: ✅ B) Excessive thirst and frequent urination

Early detection of diabetes is key to managing it and preventing complications.

10/31/2025

🎃 Did you know?

Group exercise or fitness classes don’t just boost your strength—they can also chase away stress and lift your mood, both of which help protect your heart.

This Halloween season, treat yourself to healthier habits instead of tricks—join a class, move together, and keep your heart happy. Happy Halloween!

10/30/2025

🫀💡Your Heart and Brain: The Connection That Changes Everything

We were honored to join Dr. Lauren Young and Dr. Ashley Burkman on the latest episode of Your Health Toolkit: The Neurology Sessions!

Our own Dr. Jeffrey Thompson and Shawn Brady, PA, sat down to talk about how your heart and brain are in constant conversation—and what happens when that connection falls out of sync.

From fatigue and brain fog to sleep issues and stress, your cardiovascular system plays a bigger role in your energy, mood, and memory than you might think.

Tune in to learn:
🔹 How the autonomic nervous system ties heart rhythm to brain clarity
🔹 Why “normal” test results can miss early signs of imbalance
🔹 What sleep apnea, inflammation, and microvascular dysfunction reveal about hidden stress
🔹 The daily habits that protect your heart *and* your brain

🎧 Listen now to understand how proper heart-brain health starts long before disease — and what you can do today to strengthen that vital connection.

https://yourhealthtoolkit.buzzsprout.com/2135827/episodes/17977462-inside-the-hidden-heart-brain-connection
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Your heart and brain are in constant conversation, and when that connection falters, everything from memory to mood to energy pays the price.In this episode of Your Health Toolkit: The Neurology Sessions, Dr. Lauren Young and Dr. Ashley Burkman si...

10/29/2025

Smoking damages blood vessels and increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, and peripheral artery disease. Quitting smoking is one of the most effective ways to protect your heart.

Get support for quitting and heart care: ctrhheart.com.

10/27/2025

Fall is the perfect season to lace up your sneakers and join a local Turkey Trot. Even a 5K walk or run helps strengthen your heart, burn calories, and boost your mood before the holidays.

Tip: Start training now with brisk walks, light jogging, or raking leaves as practice!

10/24/2025

💡 Did you know?
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve your heart’s endurance and reduce blood pressure in less time than traditional workouts?

10/22/2025

Obesity significantly increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Healthy eating, regular exercise, and weight management can protect your cardiovascular system.

Learn how to support heart health: ctrhheart.com.