Laura Williamson

2 weeks ago | heart.org | Laura Williamson

Published: April 10, 2025 By Laura Williamson, American Heart Association News Watching a beloved pet fall seriously ill can be heart-wrenching, especially if Fluffy or Fido becomes unresponsive. But did you know you might be able to save your dog's or cat's life by administering CPR?

1 month ago | heart.org | Laura Williamson

By Laura Williamson, American Heart Association News Lea en españolCan't sleep at night? Researchers say the reason – and the solution – could be lurking in your kitchen. The ingredients for poor sleep can be found in every meal, and the less you sleep, the more likely you may be to consume them. "It's a cycle," said Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, an associate professor of nutritional medicine in the division of general medicine at Columbia University in New York City.

1 month ago | heart.org | Laura Williamson

Protein. It's what's for dinner. But many consumers are realizing they don't need a steak on the table for protein. Instead, they're turning their tastes toward plant-based sources. Dr. Andrea Glenn, an assistant professor of nutrition at New York University in New York City, said it's as easy to get protein from sources that grow in the field as it is from the animals that graze there. "All plants contain protein," she said.

Sep 30, 2024 | heart.org | Laura Williamson

Published: October 1, 2024 By Laura Williamson, American Heart Association News Lea en españolThere are more than 65 million Hispanic and Latino people living in the U.S. – the second-largest racial or ethnic minority population in the country. Yet when it comes to heart and brain health, less may be understood about this population than any other.

Sep 26, 2024 | heart.org | Laura Williamson

A wealth of research shows that what people eat affects the body's ability to ward off heart disease and stroke. And a growing body of research finds what's good for the heart is good for the brain, revealing the same risk factors that lead to heart disease contribute to Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. It begs the question: If we can eat our way to better heart health, can we also boost brain health with a better diet? Experts say the answer is "yes." And it's never too soon to start.