Heart Health

Of all the ways to improve the quality and prolong the length of your life, taking care of your heart ranks at the top of the list. Unfortunately, millions of Americans fail to do just that, which is why heart disease is the leading cause of death here among both men and women.

Here in the United States:

• 70 percent of the population has some form of heart disease
• Someone has a heart attack every 20 seconds
• More than 2,500 people die from heart disease every single day

What's especially heartbreaking about these shocking statistics is that the vast majority of heart disease cases are completely preventable. It's simply a matter of choosing heart-healthy, balanced meals over the fatty, fast food diet that has come to define American cuisine. Not only is it rich in artery-clogging cholesterol, but also contributes to the weight gain often associated with high blood pressure.

Through a combination of conventional medicine and alternative techniques, Southwest Integrative Medicine can help give your heart the health it needs to survive and thrive for a very long time.