by DrCiuffo | Jul 13, 2017 | Blog
Ah, summer. It’s a time for pool parties, for popsicles dripping in the heat, for ice-cream and cookouts. And for heart patients, it’s often a minefield of parties and gatherings with tables loaded with forbidden treats. Anyone following a heart-healthy diet knows it... by DrCiuffo | Jun 30, 2017 | Blog
Summer can be a difficult time to stick to a heart-healthy diet, from BBQs with the family, beer by the pool, and rich desserts on the buffet. It’s also the best possible time to reorganize your diet and create a heart-healthy food menu that satisfies your taste buds... by DrCiuffo | Jun 27, 2017 | Uncategorized, Blog
Facing heart surgery can be a challenging experience. Good preparation not only maximizes your chances for a fast recovery, it helps to calm the nerves and provide you with a sense of control over what’s happening. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully for the... by DrCiuffo | Jun 27, 2017 | Blog
Keeping a healthy heart means more than seeing your doctor regularly. Healthy lifestyle choices can help keep your ticker thumping along longer. Taking some simple steps in your every-day life is the best way to improve your heart health. Healthy Heart Tip #1: Eat... by DrCiuffo | Jun 27, 2017 | Blog
Blood clots are normally useful. Clotting stops blood from leaking out when you receive a cut or injury. When a clot happens in a vein, however, it can pose a serious health risk. Although it’s impossible to tell if a blood clot has formed without a medical... by DrCiuffo | May 31, 2017 | Blog
Heartburn is a common malady, especially after eating spicy or greasy foods, or over indulging. The small sphincter muscle at the join of the esophagus and stomach normally prevents food and stomach acid from traveling back up, but when it is weakened or overtaxed,...
