Check out these articles from our supportive community of holistic nutrition professionals. 

• Heart Healthy Foods – The heart is the powerhouse of the cardiovascular system. Michelle Waithe, R.H.N., reveals how to create a whole foods based diet with heart healthy foods that have four characteristics in common.
• A Natural Approach to Sports Nutrition – ­­Exercise is important to a healthy lifestyle and a healthy heart. It is also important to consider what you eat to obtain your energy and nutrients. Alissa Liska, C.H.N., explains more in this article. 
• If Heart Disease Runs In Your Family, Will You Also Get It? – Does heart disease run in your family? Are you worried that you might get it if it does? While genetics may play a part, it’s not the whole story. Leora Barak, R.H.N. shares a little more on this topic. 

• 5 Ways to Avoid (or Combat) High Blood Pressure – High blood pressure, of hypertension, is a well-known risk for heart disease. Sarah Cuff, R.H.N., has some nutritional tips on how to avoid (or combat) high blood pressure. 
• Why You Should Rethink Cholesterol – Cholesterol has long been said to be artery-clogging and the cause of heart disease. But what if we have it all wrong? Stephanie Kay, R.H.N., helps us understand cholesterol, its function, how works, and the benefits of including it in your diet. 

Treat yourself to a gooey and rich brownie. These also happen to be gluten-free and vegan. Try this decadent recipe from Erin Schmautz, R.H.N.

Try these amazing Chocolate Fudge Cookies (gluten and dairy-free) from Leora Barak, R.H.N. Chewy, fudgy, and a yummy dose of heart-healthy fats, protein, and antioxidants.