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Effects of Cold on Cardiovascular Health

October 18, 2021 by Martin Juneau, MD 1 Comment

Effects of Cold on Cardiovascular Health

In this article from February 16, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the effects of cold temperatures on cardiovascular health. OVERVIEW Exposure to cold causes a contraction of blood vessels as well as an increase in blood pressure, heart rate, and the work of the heart muscle. The combination of cold and […]

Filed Under: Exercise, Featured Articles, General Health, Heart Health

Cryptogenic Stroke and PFO with Dr. Mustafa Ahmed, Dr. Soo Young Kwon, and Dr. Ekaterina Bakradze

September 28, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 6 Comments

Cryptogenic Stroke and PFO

When a patient has a PFO, or hole in the heart, doctors are left with a decision: to close or not to close. Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Mustafa Ahmed discuss cryptogenic stroke and PFO, as well as the role of the heart-brain team, with Dr. Soo Young Kwon and Dr. Ekaterina Bakradze, both of […]

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Podcast Tagged With: cryptogenic stroke, patent foramen ovale, PFO, Stroke

Intermittent Fasting with Courtney Peterson, PhD

September 9, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 2 Comments

There are many different forms of intermittent fasting.

Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Courtney Peterson, PhD, in a discussion of intermittent fasting, from methods, effects, and current clinical trials in the field. If you are interested in participating in one of Dr. Peterson’s trials, please call 205-484-5633. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (2) Tell Us How We're […]

Filed Under: Diet & Nutrition, Featured Articles, Heart Health, Podcast Tagged With: diet, intermittent fasting

Disparities in Cardiovascular Care with Dr. Antoine Keller and Dr. Stephen Clarkson

August 26, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 6 Comments

Rural communities, especially in the South, are affected by disparities in cardiovascular care.

How can the medical community cross the divide caused by disparities in care, and where can those lines be drawn? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Antoine Keller at Baton Rouge General and Dr. Stephen Clarkson at UAB in a discussion of racial, geographic, and socioeconomic divisions affecting cardiovascular care for our communities. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast […]

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Heart Disease, Podcast Tagged With: aortic stenosis, heart disease

Gradual Return to Physical Activity After Recovering from COVID-19

July 21, 2021 by Martin Juneau, MD Leave a Comment

Returning to physical activity after recovering from COVID-19 should be gradual.

In this article from April 25, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute explains how patients recovering from COVID-19 should return to physical activity. OVERVIEW People with persistent symptoms or who have had a severe form of COVID-19 or who may have a history of cardiopathy should consult a doctor before resuming physical activity. People […]

Filed Under: Exercise, Featured Articles, General Health Tagged With: coronavirus, COVID-19

The Ketogenic Diet with Dr. Amy Goss

June 17, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 1 Comment

Dr. Amy Goss

What is the ketogenic diet, and what is its effect on cardiovascular health? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Amy Goss, Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition Sciences at UAB, in a discussion of all things keto. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. Photo from @AmyMGoss 4.71/5 (7) Tell Us […]

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Diets, Diets, Diets: Diffusing the Confusion with Dr. Danielle Belardo

May 27, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 2 Comments

From trendy diets to shifting opinions on carbs, today’s world is full of conflicting information about proper nutrition. Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Danielle Belardo, a cardiologist from California, in a discussion ranging from omega-6 fats to the paleo diet. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (4) Tell Us […]

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Why Do the Japanese Have the Highest Life Expectancy in the World?

May 20, 2021 by Martin Juneau, MD Leave a Comment

In this article from March 9, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the reasons behind the high life expectancy of the Japanese. OVERVIEW The Japanese have the highest life expectancy at birth among the G7 countries. The higher life expectancy of the Japanese is mainly due to fewer deaths from ischemic heart […]

Filed Under: Diet & Nutrition, Featured Articles, General Health, Heart Health

Cardiac CT: From Prognosis to Diagnosis with Dr. Satinder P. Singh

May 13, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 10 Comments

Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Satinder P. Singh, Chief of the Cardiopulmonary Radiology and Director of Cardiac CT at UAB, in a discussion of cardiac CT cases, from prognosis to diagnosis…back to prognosis! Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (8) Tell Us How We're Doing… Was This Article Helpful?

Filed Under: Coronary Artery Disease, Featured Articles, Podcast, Tests & Investigations

AFib Dilemma: Stroke vs. Bleed with Dr. Yoaav Krauthammer

April 23, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 4 Comments

How should we attempt stroke prevention in AFib patients with high bleeding risk?

Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Yoaav Krauthammer in a discussion of stroke prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation and high bleeding risk. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (11) Tell Us How We're Doing… Was This Article Helpful?

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Heart Disease, Podcast Tagged With: atrial fibrillation, Stroke

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