Heart Disease is Preventable
Food for Heart
Did you know even small changes in your diet can make a big impact on your heart? Learn simple steps you can take every day and put your health — and the health of those around you — first.
Explore recipes, cooking tips, healthy substitute ingredients, and more videos on preventing heart disease.
Easy and Healthy Recipes
Green Beans and Shrimp
Fresh and tasty, this 20-minute meal is perfect for any busy night.
Vietnamese Spring Rolls
These flavorful rolls are packed with 32 grams of protein.
Avocado Smoothie
Treat yourself to good fats to help you feel fuller, longer.
Kare Kare
This spoon-worthy Filipino stew hits the spot with a powerful combination of hearty veggies.
See more delicious recipes from Stanford Medicine Center for Asian Health Research and Education.
Healthy Nutrition Tips
Download a guide with healthier ingredient substitutions and alternative cooking methods. Click to see PDFs available in different languages.
Heart Disease Prevention
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Lower your risk for heart attack and stroke no matter how old you are by knowing the risk factors.
South Asians Have a Higher Risk
Dr. Rajesh Dash, MD, PhD, discusses preventative measures for South Asians, who have four times the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Heart Disease Symptoms in Women
Women can experience pain in the neck, fatigue, and nausea. Learn preventative measures and how anxiety can affect heart health.
Family History Isn’t Everything
Eldrin Lewis, MD, MPH, and Alan Yeung, MD, share the importance of daily habits and the future of cardiovascular care.
Blood Pressure Highest Among Black Americans
Eldrin Lewis, MD, MPH, emphasizes the importance of knowing your numbers for blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol.
Every Step Counts
Many people feel fine until they have their first heart attack. Don’t wait. Studies show even a little exercise can significantly improve longevity.
Maintaining Good Vascular Health is Key
Learn about a minimally invasive procedure for stroke prevention and Stanford Health Care’s approach to treating the whole patient.