Did you know that testosterone deficiency (low testosterone) can impact men’s heart health? According to a recent (May 2024) study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine... Low testosterone in men was associated with an increased risk for all-cause mortality...
Do you know if you have elevated Lipoprotein(a)? In my previous post, I talked about how high LDL (“bad”) cholesterol (LDL-C)—as measured on a basic lipid panel—is a poor predictor of heart disease. However, Lipoprotein(a), also called Lp(a), is a dangerous variant of...
Do you believe—or have you been told—that having “high cholesterol” increases your risk of heart disease? Compared to this Advanced Cholesterol Panel, the standard cholesterol panel, which includes Total Cholesterol; LDL (“bad) cholesterol; HDL (“good”) cholesterol...
Let’s talk about men’s health... June is Men’s Health month, a time designated to increase awareness of preventable health problems among men. It is always a good time to be proactive about your health, but making healthier food and lifestyle choices can feel easier...
What nutrient is absolutely essential for a healthy heart? If you guessed “chocolate”….close, but no cigar! It’s the mineral magnesium. Vital for heart health, magnesium: 1. Prevents muscle spasms of the heart blood vessels…which can lead to a heart attack. 2. ...
Did you know: ….supplementing with high doses of calcium and vitamin D—without vitamin K2—increases your risk for calcium-related osteoporosis and arthrosclerosis? In her book Vitamin K2 and the Calcium Paradox, Dr. Kate Rheaume-Bleue, a naturopathic physician and...
February is a heart-centric month. Valentine’s Day reminds us to nourish our relationships. And February is American Heart Month, reminding us that we also need to nourish and support our physical heart in healthy, loving ways. Unfortunately, heart disease remains the...
The heart wants what it wants. Follow your heart. A loving heart is the truest wisdom. Kind-hearted. Pounding heart. Heartbroken. The heart been long been regarded as an organ of emotion. The heart is not only central to our emotional system; it affects—and is...
In addition to Valentine’s Day, February is Heart Health month. Heart disease remains the #1 cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. We need to show our heart some love. Yet, conflicting health headlines can leave us confused about the best ways to prevent...
You’re never “too young” for a heart-healthy lifestyle When it comes to having a healthy heart, it’s important to know your numbers. Even if you’re in your 20s or 30s, you’re not “too young” to start making heart-healthy food and lifestyle choices. Two of my...
Hi, I’m Kathryn Matthews. As a Board Certified Functional Health Coach, I help clients reclaim their energy, vitality and well-being. I want you to feel empowered about taking charge of YOUR health! To learn more, see About Kathryn.