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Your Gateway to Expert Knowledge and Laughter in the World of Heart Health!
Hey there, fellow heart warrior! We know that navigating the sea of information when it comes to congestive heart failure can feel like sailing without a compass. But fear not, because Seriously Salty Resources is here to be your guiding light. And hey, we promise to sprinkle in some humor along the way because laughter truly is the best medicine (well, maybe second to eating low sodium, but you get the idea).
So, fellow heart warrior, welcome to Seriously Salty Resources! Grab a cup of tea, kick up your feet (or prop them up on a fluffy pillow if that’s more your style), and get ready to dive into a world of expert knowledge, laughter, and community support. While we may not be the experts ourselves, we’ve curated a collection of articles, books, and resources written by those who are. We’re here to make your journey with congestive heart failure a little less daunting and a lot more flavorful.
“Before the American Heart Association existed, people with heart disease were thought to be doomed to complete bed rest – or destined to imminent death.” The AHA is dedicated to improving heart health and reducing deaths from cardiovascular disease and stroke. (There is no association between the AHA and My Seriously Salty Life. I’m simply sharing information and resources.)
(Congestive) Heart Failure
“Heart Failure means that the heart isn’t pumping as well as it should be. Congestive heart failure is a type of heart failure that requires seeking timely medical attention, although sometimes the two terms are used interchangeably.” READ MORE
Heart Attack
“A heart attack is a frightening experience. If you have experienced a heart attack, or are close with someone who has, you should know this: You are not alone. In fact, tens of thousands of people survive heart attacks and go on to lead productive, enjoyable lives.” READ MORE
Cardiomyopathy
“Cardiomyopathy refers to diseases of the heart muscle. These diseases have many causes, signs and symptoms as well as treatments.” READ MORE
Circulation – The AHA Medical Journal
“Circulation publishes original research manuscripts, review articles, and other content related to cardiovascular health and disease, including observational studies, clinical trials, epidemiology, health services and outcomes studies, and advances in basic and translational research.” READ MORE
Guides to Download…
Advanced Heart Failure Treatment Guide – Vanderbilt Heart
“Heart failure is a condition affecting nearly 6 million adults in the United States. If you have heart failure, you may have questions, whether you were diagnosed recently or have been living with the condition for years. Though heart failure is a chronic condition, there are many effective therapies proven to improve symptoms, quality of life and life expectancy of patients. At Vanderbilt Health, we are dedicated to helping you manage this treatable condition. The following guide addresses common questions about heart failure and covers risk factors, symptoms and treatments. ” READ MORE…
Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025 – USDA
“The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025 provides advice on what to eat and drink to meet nutrient needs, promote health, and help prevent chronic disease. This edition of the Dietary Guidelines is the first to provide guidance for healthy dietary patterns by life stage, from birth through older adulthood, including women who are pregnant or lactating.” READ MORE…
Cardiac Rehabilitation – British Heart Foundation
“This booklet is for people who have angina and those who have had a heart attack, coronary angioplasty or coronary artery bypass graft. It explains what cardiac rehabilitation is, how you can help your recovery in the first few weeks, what happens on a cardiac rehabilitation programme and what you can do to keep your heart healthy. ” READ MORE…
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Sodium In Your Diet – FDA
“You’ve probably heard that most Americans eat too much sodium. Your body needs a small amount of sodium to work properly, but too much sodium can be bad for your health. Diets higher in sodium are associated with an increased risk of developing high blood pressure, which is a major cause of stroke and heart disease.” READ MORE…
Sodium and Health
“The body needs a small amount of sodium to function, but most Americans consume too much sodium. High sodium consumption can raise blood pressure, and high blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. While sodium has many forms, most sodium we consume is from salt.” READ MORE…
Dash Diet – the Mayo Clinic
“DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. The DASH diet is a lifelong approach to healthy eating that’s designed to help treat or prevent high blood pressure (hypertension). The DASH diet plan was developed to lower blood pressure without medication in research sponsored by the National Institutes of Health.” READ MORE…
Favorite Cookbooks…
These are my favorite cookbooks! Great recipes, information and low-sodium recipes. (Not affiliate links.)
The Low-Salt Cookbook by the AHA has great tasting low sodium recipes!
“Whether you have heart-health problems now or want to avoid having them in the future, keeping your sodium intake low is one of the best ways to help your heart. In this revised and expanded fourth edition of the American Heart Association Low-Salt Cookbook, the association shows that a low-sodium diet can be not only good for your health but also full of flavor.”
The Easy Low-Sodium Diet Plan & Cookbook by Christopher Lower has great information for both beginners just starting on a low sodium journey and experienced cooks!
“Here’s a low sodium cookbook that actually helps you plan out your whole day’s meals. The Easy Low Sodium Diet Plan and Cookbook is a must-have for anyone looking for a simple and straightforward way to manage a low sodium diet.”
Informative Articles…
Heart Health Formula Vitamins – Are They Good for You? -by Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
“There are a lot of vitamins out there that claim to promote heart health. So it’s no surprise that people are wondering if they should begin taking them or switch from their usual multivitamin to one that claims to offer cardiac benefits…” READ MORE…
What Sodium Labels Mean – A Guide to Decoding Sodium Labels
“Today, let’s quickly recap the basics of sodium labeling. How to make sense of all those labels? What should you be looking for? Here’s a cheat sheet.” READ MORE…
Can Chiropractic Treatment Reverse Heart Disease? – Chiropractic Economics (Christina DeBusk)
“Not only is chiropractic helpful to improving heart health, but it can also improve overall health as well.” READ MORE…
Free Low Sodium Restaurant Guide!
We created a printable PDF to keep in your car to make eating out easier!