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Eat a Heart-Healthy Diet
Focus on whole, nutrient-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Minimize trans fats, excess sodium, and added sugars.Science: The Mediterranean diet, rich in healthy fats and plant-based foods, lowers heart disease risk (1).
Stay Active
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Quit Smoking
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Manage Stress
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Brooke N. O’Connor, APRN, is a dedicated cardiology specialist at Monadnock Cardiology Associates. She earned her nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner degrees from Regis College in Weston, MA, and has served as a Lead Cardiology Nurse Practitioner in the Dartmouth Health system for six years. Brooke focuses on personalized cardiovascular care, including heart disease prevention, management of high blood pressure, and cholesterol optimization. Her approach combines evidence-based medicine with compassionate, patient-centered care to help individuals take control of their heart health.
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