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A TWO PART SERIES! Click HERE to read article #1 and click HERE to read article #2 from John Randolph Foundation In the last blog post from the John Randolph Foundation, they showed how Dr. Clifford Morris, cardiologist and healthy living advocate, shared how he is helping children learn to grow, eat and enjoy fresh foods via the local community Garden of Eatin' (aka Heritage Gardens). But there is more to his formula for a long, healthy life. This second article expands on t

The MAYO CLINIC speaks out! Blocked arteries that cause your chest pain (angina), keep an area of your heart from getting enough oxygen. In many instances your doctor may recommend treatment of these blockages to avoid a heart attack or stroke, and other health complications. There are several options for treating angina, all of which depend on your health condition, personal preference, and doctors recommendation. How do you choose? This article from the Mayo Clinic provides

" In a national, prospective, well-represented, contemporary registry, higher adherence to a plant-based diet was associated with a 41% lower hazard for incident Heart Failure hospitalization. While greater adherence to a southern diet was associated with a 72% increased hazard for incident Heart Failure.. " CLICK HERE TO READ THE RESEARCH ARTICLE! SHEILA SAYS: Testimonials and small studies have shown many benefits of adopting a plant based diet. Recently, larger studies hav

Today I brought an entire head of cabbage into work and after LESS THAN 5 MINUTES of prep I had a snack ready to go! TOOLS NEEDED: Toaster Oven (or convection oven) Knife INGREDIENTS Cabbage (purple or green) Olive oil Preferred seasonings DIRECTIONS: 1. Slice cabbage into 1/2 inch wheels or semi-wheels (see photo) 2. Drizzle or brush a tiny bit of olive oil on top 3. Season to taste. I used a little bit of salt and pepper 4. Place in a toaster oven or convection oven at arou

Morris Cardio just wanted to take a brief moment to thank all of our veterans, those who have served in the past and those who will serve in the future. THANK YOU. There are many things we can learn in the service of others, and we wish to live our lives in your example. Please take a moment to review over our Scholarship Program for veterans, in honor of Dr. Morris's Father, Mr. Willis C. Morris. Click HERE for more information about the scholarship! #thankful #morriscardio

Most common breakfast items include some form of meat, however with cholesterol values going up, increased evidence of arterial blockages and associated heart risk, and an ever-growing weight gain epidemic, setting aside the meat for breakfast may be a great and approachable way to start to decrease your saturated fat and sodium intake! Usually have a hearty breakfast? Try this sandwich out, it's what we had for breakfast! INGREDIENTS Whole Grain Toasted Rye Bread Spicy Honey

Whether it rains or it shines, the Morris Cardio Family stays active! Make sure you take advantage of the warm weather and get outside to do something active (maybe working on your yard?), however if we do get some more unexpected rain, don't let it keep you from your health plans! Stay Active and Stay Independent! #fitness #hearthealth #cardiology #exercise #outside #weather #independence #heart #physicalactivity

Did you know that viewing and spending time in green spaces is now scientifically proven to have the capacity to lower blood pressure and pulse, decrease stress hormones, and improve mental health and attention span!? NEWS FLASH! We've added local nature prescriptions to our standard medical care! If you're interested, talk to Dr. Morris or our provider Sheila at your next medical appointment. SHEILA SAYS: Spending time in nature has the ability to improve each dimension of a

Spending time being active outdoors and in nature is good for multiple aspects of health- physical, mental, spiritual. That is why Dr. Morris will be the first doctor in this area to prescribe walks in local public parks! Check out more about this awesome new development here. WANT MORE? Click the blue tags at the top of the post, or search the blog for categories you're interested in by scrolling down and view the list of Category Tags on the bottom Right of the page. #exerc

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