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Aug 133 min read

Heart Healthy Dipping Sauces

Want a quick munch? What is quicker than a small bowl of celery, carrots, fries, or tots with a bit of dipping sauce? Here is a list of...

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Papple Levin

Aug 122 min read

Recipe: Thai Tofu Satay Skewers

One of my favorite dishes in Thailand was their deliciously creamy, sweet, savory, and spicy satay chicken bursting with nutty flavor!...

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"Go To" Grocery Stores Offering Low Sodium and Heart-Healthy Foods

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Jul 274 min read

"Go To" Grocery Stores Offering Low Sodium and Heart-Healthy Foods

There are so many grocery stores out there! "Where do I even start to do my research on heart-healthy foods?" I definitely asked myself...

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A Complete List of Salt Replacements (By Cuisine) for Heart Patients or Heart Health Conscious Foodies

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Jul 236 min read

A Complete List of Salt Replacements (By Cuisine) for Heart Patients or Heart Health Conscious Foodies

On a low sodium diet or a heart healthy diet? Ugh, we all love salt . But at 575mg for 1/4 teaspoon , it seems impossible that we can...

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Top 5 Quick Changes You Can Make Now for a Low Sodium Diet or Heart Healthy Diet!

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Jul 203 min read

Top 5 Quick Changes You Can Make Now for a Low Sodium Diet or Heart Healthy Diet!

My dad's heart failure in 2020 was really a wake-up call for my family. I really wish there were more resources for our family in terms...

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Papple Levin

Jul 193 min read

Brand Review: This Little Goat Chili Crunch - Versatile Heart Healthy Topping

The MOST versatile, heart-healthy umami sauce you will ever use! Put it over ANY meat, veggies, or carbs. Guaranteed to enhance any dish!...

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8 New America Specialty Sauces You Can Still Have On A Low Sodium or Heart Healthy Diet

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Jul 143 min read

8 New America Specialty Sauces You Can Still Have On A Low Sodium or Heart Healthy Diet

New American is my absolute staple and comfort food. Naturally, I had to find heart-healthy replacements for salty sauces so that my dad...

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Top 3 "Go-To" Healthy Heart Noodles For The Heart Conscious Foodie

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Jul 142 min read

Top 3 "Go-To" Healthy Heart Noodles For The Heart Conscious Foodie

I'm a noodle-girl through and through. So, naturally, one of my priorities, after my dad returned from the hospital due to heart failure,...

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Papple Levin

Jul 132 min read

Recipe: Smokey Honey-Glazed Salmon

My dad absolutely loves salmon! (Like father, like daughter!) When it comes to heart health, salmon has a higher fat content than other...

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Quick Recipe: Crispy Baked Potato Fries: A Homemade Delight

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Jul 102 min read

Quick Recipe: Crispy Baked Potato Fries: A Homemade Delight

Key Nutrition Facts - Sodium: ~45mg, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 0mg (See disclosures) Great news! We can still have fries my...

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Article: Doing Research on a Low Sodium or Heart Healthy Diet? Don't Waste Your Time With These Foods

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Jul 102 min read

Article: Doing Research on a Low Sodium or Heart Healthy Diet? Don't Waste Your Time With These Foods

I spent months researching these "healthy foods" that ended up being food faux pas... BOO! BOO! Don't waste your time. I went through the...

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Article: Guiltless Carbs For Heart Health Conscious Foodies

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Jul 102 min read

Article: Guiltless Carbs For Heart Health Conscious Foodies

What has salt? Part of the struggle we had with cooking for my dad after his heart attack was just knowing what has sodium, cholesterol,...

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Papple Levin

Jul 102 min read

Recipe: Umami Trifecta Savory Noodles

My Savory Comfort Food Quick, easy, and absolutely mouthwateringly savory! It packs a punch! The best part? It's a very versatile dish....

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Jul 103 min read

Recipe: Vietnamese Spring Rolls

This recipe is near and dear to my heart. At the start of my dad's recovery from his heart attack in the summer of 2020, I was wrecking...

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Recipe: McDonald's Fish Fillet Sandwich Recipe

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Jul 93 min read

Recipe: McDonald's Fish Fillet Sandwich Recipe

Key Nutrition Facts: Sodium: 635 mg/ Sat Fat: 3g/ Cholesterol: 40mg (*see disclosures) I have memories of my dad taking toddler-me to...

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Top 3 Meat Substitutions For Heart Health Conscious Foodies

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Jul 93 min read

Top 3 Meat Substitutions For Heart Health Conscious Foodies

Whether you're just getting home from the hospital or just looking to improve your heart health, meats play a big part in our diet! Grab...

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Papple Levin

Jul 92 min read

Brand Review: Elevate Your Burgers with Martin's Potato Bread

... less sodium, more taste! Story: I first discovered these Potato Rolls/Burger Buns when my husband and I ordered "Hello Fresh." I...

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My Full List: "Go To" Heart Healthy Asian Sauces

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Jul 93 min read

My Full List: "Go To" Heart Healthy Asian Sauces

My dad is an avid Asian food fiend! So, naturally, I've been researching (and sampling) sauces for the last 3 years for his heart healthy...

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Top 10 Salt Replacements or Salt Alternatives For The Heart Health Conscious Foodie!

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Jun 104 min read

Top 10 Salt Replacements or Salt Alternatives For The Heart Health Conscious Foodie!

On a low sodium diet or a heart healthy diet? Ugh, we all love salt. But at 575mg for 1/4 teaspoon, it seems impossible that we can even...

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