Did you know that owning a pet can actually decrease your risk of heart disease?

Did you know that owning a pet can actually decrease your risk of heart disease? Have you ever really thought about that? Well according to the American Heart Association, "pet ownership, particularly dog ownership, may be reasonable for reduction in cardiovascular disease risk." Read more: http://tinyurl.com/npuoxsa 

If you are going to have a heart attack, make sure it isn't after hours or on a weekend!

If you are going to have a heart attack, make sure it isn't after hours or on a weekend! According to a recent study which included data from 48 studies and nearly 1.9 million heart attack patients found that a heart attack during off-peak hours such as the weekend or at night are more likely to kill you. Through the study researchers found that people who came to the hospital during off hours were 5% more likely to die within 30 days of the heart attack than those who showed up during regular hours. Read More: http://tinyurl.com/l3mscuo

What is the Heart Attack Grill?

What is the Heart Attack Grill? Yes, it’s real the Vegas based restaurant is called the Heart Attack Grill. Would anyone like the 10,000 calorie ‘Quadruple Bypass Burger’? Would you eat at a restaurant that clearly advises you their food is not healthy for you? The restaurant’s owner said “he’s just trying to teach people a lesson about healthy eating in an industry averse to honest." We would love to get your thoughts about this? Read more and watch the video interview: http://tinyurl.com/ovsv55s

Did you know that February is Heart Health Awareness Month?

Did you know that February is Heart Health Awareness Month? Make sure you get your Wellness Screening to know what your status is on heart disease and what you need to do! It is extremely important because according to the American Heart Association, 43 million women in the U.S. are affected by heart disease, and it is the cause of one in three women’s deaths every year. Read more: http://www.smartnsassymom.com/2013/02/february-is-your-heart-health-month