Bariatric Surgery: An Investment In Your Life
More than 93 million Americans are affected by the obesity epidemic. Obesity is associated with a higher rate of multiple medical conditions including cancer, diabetes, reflux, heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, stroke, arthritis and infertility. Bariatric surgery, combined with changes in behavior and lifestyle, offers a way to lose weight and keep it…Read more
Diet Soda Health Risks: Why We Don’t Offer Diet Sodas At Arkansas Heart Hospital
If you have been a patient or visitor at Arkansas Heart Hospital, you have probably noticed that we do not sell diet soda anywhere on the premises — not in the cafeteria, vending machines or gift shop. The main reason why? There are several diet soda health risks, primarily because they include artificial sweeteners, which…Read more
Your New Year Health Resolutions
When December rolls around, amid the hustle and bustle, we also tend to reflect on the end of the year and the new beginning that lies ahead. In setting goals for the new year, thoughts often drift to health and well-being. At Arkansas Heart Hospital, we want to provide you with tools for success through…Read more
What is Osteoporosis and the DEXA Scan? Q&A with Dr. Eric Martin
Did you know roughly half of the U.S. population is deficient in vitamin D? The role of vitamin D is threefold. It is a fat-soluble vitamin that functions like a steroid hormone, and is important for bone health, immune system function, heart health and muscle function. It’s also necessary in order for calcium to be…Read more
How To Cope With Holiday Depression and Anxiety with Dr. Urmi Jani
For some, the holidays are filled with joy and excitement. For others, the season can be filled with overwhelming stress and sadness. Arkansas Heart Hospital Psychologist Dr. Urmi Jani with the Bariatric Metabolic Institute offers tools to getting through the holidays and what to do if you suspect a loved one is dealing with holiday…Read more
Heart Healthy Fall Recipes: Hearty Turkey Chili and Guilt-Free Cornbread
Whether you’re watching football, enjoying time outside or starting your holiday decorating, nothing complements a great fall weekend like healthy fall recipes — so try our hearty turkey chili and guilt-free cornbread. Both are easy to make and sure to satisfy, and great for your heart health. Hearty Turkey Chili This hearty turkey chili recipe…Read more
5 Tips To Staying Healthy In The Holidays
Written by: Shelby Pierceall, MS, RDN, LD Source: www.cdc.gov/features/diabetesmanagement/index.html When it comes to big holiday meals, it may seem impossible to enjoy yourself without your waistline taking a hit. But it’s easier than you think to have a healthy holiday season! Here are five tips to staying healthy in the holidays: 1. Eat close to…Read more
Dr. Murphy’s Update On Encore: A New Center for Bariatric Surgery, Vein and Vascular Treatments and More
With excitement and anticipation, Arkansas Heart Hospital is less than a year away from opening Encore Medical Center, bringing expert care in services such as bariatric surgery and vein and vascular treatments to more patients. “It looks like we’ll have occupancy turned over to us in late October 2020,” said Dr. Bruce Murphy, Chief Executive…Read more
Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Recipe
For a nice sweet treat after a big meal, surprise your loved ones with a chocolate chip cookie cake. This family recipe also shows substitutions for those who are gluten sensitive or intolerant. Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flower Substitution: Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free all-purpose flour or King Arthur’s White Wheat Flour…Read more
Should You Get A Flu Shot? Q&A with Dr. Peyton Card
Flu season is upon us, meaning it’s time to start thinking about getting your annual flu shot. The recommendation is for everyone to get vaccinated each year, especially infants and senior adults. But for heart patients, should you get a flu shot as well? We asked Dr. Peyton Card, internal medicine, if the recommendation was…Read more