EP 18 Protect Your Power: Cardiovascular Health for Women at Every Age

Cardiovascular disease kills one in three women and yet it is still largely underdiagnosed and undertreated! These are not great statistics, but we can control it. That’s why today on UPLEVEL, we are discussing cardiovascular health for women of all ages. In this conversation, you’ll hear why heart disease is missed in so many women, some factors that increase the risk of heart disease, how to support heart health, and so much more! Dr. Jenna touches on the short-term and long-term effects of extreme diets (such as keto) before delving into the detriments of poor sleep and stress on cardiovascular health. We even discuss the tests you should do to assess your heart health, how to evaluate the reliability of studies, and heart therapy for cardiovascular health. Finally, Dr. Jenna shares three actionable steps you can take to empower your heart health today. Thanks for tuning in and for prioritizing the health of your heart! Key Points From This Episode:Why Dr. Jenna has decided to talk about cardiovascular health today. Why so many women with heart disease are misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed. Some factors that could increase the risk of heart disease in women. The importance of strength training and cardio to support heart health. How calorie restriction (when appropriate) can support heart health. The power of the Mediterranean diet and how it reduces the risk of heart disease. Dr. Jenna shares her opinion on more extreme kinds of diets. How poor sleep and stress can affect your cardiovascular health. The kinds of tests to prioritize when assessing the health of your heart. Dr. Jenna discusses the nuances of hormone therapy and heart disease. Some core strategies to improve your cardiovascular health. Three strategies you can use to can empower your heart health today. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:UPLEVEL Holistic HealthUPLEVEL Holistic Health on InstagramBook Your FREE Discovery Call with Dr. Jenna Blasi