Things Worth Noting
Breast cancer prevention starts with understanding risk factors and making smart choices. Non-modifiable risks include age, family history, and gene mutations like BRCA1 or BRCA2, especially in women of Ashkenazi Jewish descent. Modifiable risks involve obesity, alcohol, and smoking—maintaining a healthy weight, limiting alcohol to one drink daily, and quitting smoking can lower your risk. […]
Clogged arteries, or atherosclerosis, increase heart disease risk by restricting blood flow. A heart-healthy diet can help unclog arteries and improve cardiovascular health. Fatty fish like salmon, rich in omega-3s, reduce inflammation and triglycerides. Olive oil and avocados provide monounsaturated fats to lower LDL cholesterol and raise HDL. Nuts, seeds, and legumes offer fiber and […]