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Heart Health And High Cholestrol!

Did you know your cholesterol level could put you at risk of a heart attack or stroke! Did you know there are two types of cholesterol: "good" and "bad"? Cholesterol comes from two sources: your body and food.  Your liver and other cells in your body make about 75 percent of blood cholesterol.  The other 25 percent comes from the foods you eat. Dietary cholesterol is found only in animal food products such as meat, fish, poultry, eggs, and dairy products.

THE IMPORTANCE OF A CHOLESTEROL SCREENING!

A cholesterol screening measures your level of HDL and LDL.  HDL is the "good" cholesterol which helps keep the LDL (bad) cholesterol from getting lodged into your artery walls. When too much of the LDL circulates in the blood, it can clog arteries. This can start increasing your risk of a heart attack and a stroke. LDL cholesterol is affected by diet. So, knowing which fats raise LDL cholesterol and which ones don't is the first step in lowering your risk of heart disease.

HOW IS CHOLESTEROL TESTED?

It is tested with a small sample of blood taken from your arm. Your doctor will interpret your  cholesterol numbers based on other risk factors such as age, family history, smoking and high blood pressure.  Then talk to you about the best way to address your results if your cholesterol is too high. 

IT’S ESTIMATED THAT EVERY 25 SECONDS SOMEONE WILL HAVE A CORONARY EVENT AND IN ABOUT ONE MINUTE SOMEONE WILL DIE FROM ONE!   Read More - September Newsletter!

A Quick Snack Or Lunch Choice...South- western Beef Roll-Ups! 

INGREDIENTS:

4 whole-wheat tortillas (6½ inch).  4 red leaf lettuce leaves, rinsed and dried, 4 oz low- sodium deli roast beef 4 whole-wheat tortillas (6½ inch), 4 red leaf lettuce leaves, rinsed and dried, and 4 oz low-sodium deli roast beef. Spread: 1 Tbsp light mayonnaise, 1 tsp lime juice (about ½ fresh lime), and ½ tsp hot sauce. 

DIRECTIONS:

Combine ingredients for the spread. Mix well.  Spread about 1 teaspoon of spread on each tortilla. Top each tortilla with one lettuce leaf and 1 ounce roast beef (about two slices).   Fold sides in, and roll.  [Serve with a side of Tangy Salsa]  More Recipes

Sometimes we need more than meditation…it maybe time to talk to someone!  The Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Clinic’s Behavioral Health and Wellness Program can assist individuals with chronic health conditions, mental health concerns, and/or unhealthy habits.  Just call 214-426-3645, ext. 115  and speak with Dr. Inmon-Long about making an appointment. Read More

Joyce E.Tapley, MHA

Chief Executive Officer

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Clinic 

69% of Americans who have a first heart attack have blood pressure over 140/90!

EASY EXERCISE TIPS TO KEEP YOUR HEART HEALTHY!

· Take the stairs instead of an elevator or escalator at school or the mall. Just start with one flight. Soon, you'll be ready for two.

·   Park your car at the far end of the parking lot. The short walk to and from the store or school helps your heart.

·   If you ride a bus or subway, get off a stop before your destina- tion. Walk the rest of the way. 

·   If you can, spend a few minutes of your lunch break taking a stroll around the campus grounds.  It should help you stay awake after lunch. 

·   If you have a family, schedule an after-dinner walk.  Make it family time.

77% of Americans treated for a

first stroke have blood pressure

over 140/90. Read More