The Purpose of A Hearty Life
As far as I know, there aren’t too many blogs out there focusing specifically on cardiovascular disease or heart disease. The few that I know of either focus on the clinical aspects or preventive lifestyle measures like exercise, yoga, diet, etc. So what makes A Hearty Life special and unique?
First, A Hearty Life is written from a specialist’s perspective. I’m a public health scientist who spent several years studying cardiovascular disease, specifically kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. So, although I’m not a physician with a medical degree, I do know enough about the biological aspects of heart disease to be able to understand medical science.
Second, I don’t believe in hammering you over the head endlessly about not smoking, eating a low fat diet, and exercising at least 30 minutes a day. (Oops, guess I just did!) What I mean to say is that while these basic tenets of a healthy life are important, most of us already hear this day in and day out, ad infinitum. I may prod us on a regularly basis but that’s an obligation. I don’t think it’s necessary to have post after post on yoga, fitness routines, or recipes at A Hearty Life. I’ll leave those to others.
Third, there are real people behind the science of heart disease who are affected on a daily basis. Whether they are patients or relatives of people who have cardiovascular disease, everyone’s story should be heard. I’d like to bring part of this personal aspect to A Hearty Life through features like Heart-to-Heart. If you have a story to share, please email me or leave a comment. I’d love hear from you.
What I think is vitally important here at A Hearty Life is keeping an eye on the latest news and developments that can affect you or your loved ones’ cardiovascular health. All of us are susceptible to heart disease and some already suffer from it. The broad, everchanging landscape of heart disease prevention and treatment means that we need to be informed. Women need to know that they are just as likely to develop heart disease and that it is, in fact, a leading cause of death in women. Overall, we, the patients, need to be proactive in seeking out the treatment that is best for us.
And that is the purpose of A Hearty Life - empowering us to be the healthiest and heartiest we can be.
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18 opinions for The Purpose of A Hearty Life
Bryan Potts
Oct 2, 2006 at 5:20 pm
I think genetics plays a huge role in heart disease…not to mention body type and health in general.
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Jack Trotter
Oct 19, 2006 at 6:08 pm
You know, it’s funny that almost nobody talks about heart disease these days.
It seems as though the focus is on cancer, aids, bird flu, etc.
I’m a runner and I follow a very strict diet because there is a history of heart disease in my family, however I watch friends and relatives killing themselves with high fat and sugary diets.
What ever happened to all the PSA’s on heart disease that were everywhere when I was growing up?
Hsien-Hsien Lei, PhD
Oct 19, 2006 at 7:29 pm
Jack: You think? Well, I’m talking about it!! It’s really great you’ve taken charge of your health especially given your family history. Hope you’ll come back and join the conversation again.
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Trina
Nov 15, 2006 at 11:32 am
What a great site a profesional as a life coach. I am glad you have raised the issue of a healthy heart. its true it barely gets mentioned these days.
What is really great is the fact that you mention the impact not just on the person but their families and friends. The knock on effect is something that is barely mentioned
Copycat Recipes
Dec 11, 2006 at 7:10 pm
Very interesting post! I’m really into recipes and cooking and in my research, I’ve learned how beneficial healthy recipes and cooking are to a healthy heart!
Anyone reading this post should remember the first and easiest step to a healthy heart is proper eating and a good diet!
Alex
Dec 13, 2006 at 4:42 am
Hi,
I love to read your blog.
Regards, alex
Happy Heart Patient
Dec 20, 2006 at 4:12 am
Just found your blog today, and look forward to following it. There are so few blogs dealing with heart disease issues and information, so this is most welcome. I’m a heart patient who took my MI “wake up call” very seriously, and have made many changes in my lifestyle. It’s amazing what a great physician and hospital team can do for a person.
Hsien-Hsien Lei, PhD
Dec 21, 2006 at 12:17 pm
Alex and Happy Heart Patient: Nice to see you both here! Please feel free to comment on any post and share your personal opinion and/or experience. :) Happy Holidays!
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Cirque Lodge
May 11, 2007 at 5:50 pm
Genetics is the key in modern medicine. The latest important news that came to my ears was the identification of a second protein target for modification by the Fanconi anaemia. Have you heard of it?
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May 22, 2007 at 5:55 pm
Is type 2 diabetes the one with insulin dependency? And if yes, what are the consequences of it on a 50 years old heart, please?
Brian
May 24, 2007 at 8:32 pm
This is a very important and worthwhile blog. I also beleive that lifestyle plays a key role in heart disease. Exercise, cardiovascular and weight training, can sometimes off-set heart disease, even those who have bad genetics. Regular exercise is a crucial element to prevention of heart disease.
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