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Heart-Healthy "Guy-Food" Recipes

February 21, 2013

Special thanks to MensFitness.com for featuring four of my heart-healthy recipes in their recipe round-up today. Check out www.mensfitness.com for more on the story and ways to include leaner meats, healthier fats and omega 3s to your dinner routine. Cook well, live long!

Know Your Numbers

February 12, 2013

Each year, more than a billion cholesterol measurements are made in America, but only a handful of people can recall their actual numbers.

And of course, new cholesterol guidelines are about to be released, which makes it even more confusing to patients who are trying to reduce cholesterol levels.

Right now, let’s follow the basic rule of thumb: lower is better.

I am often asked by my patients, “Which one is the bad one, again?” And the answer is always LDL.

Gut Check Time!

February 2, 2013

As we embark upon February, also known as Heart Month, I will be posting helpful tips and recipes as always.

Today, I am focusing on your gut and girth control. Recent studies confirm that fat around the waist is an indicator for an increased risk of diabetes and other health ailments.

So, let’s focus on your belly and figure out where you stand.

Heart Healthy Line Up!

January 30, 2013

We’re in the kitchen this week gearing up for a heart healthy Super Bowl weekend.

Look for this week’s recipes featuring a heart healthy version of Baltimore Berger Cookies versus San Francisco Caramel Ghirardelli Sourdough Bread Pudding.

Last year, everyone loved the New York Cheesecake vs the Boston Creme Pie…New York won!

Who will win this year? You decide!

Cook well, live long.

- Dr. Collins

The double-edged sword of red wine’s health benefits

September 28, 2012

A lot of research has been conducted on the health benefits and health risks of wine, in particular red wine. The challenge with associating health benefits to alcohol is that there is always a risk of overconsumption, which brings with it significant health risks. Like anything, used in moderation, red wine can be good for you, but how good is still under debate.

It’s Peach Season, and That’s Good for Your Health

September 11, 2012

Fresh summer peaches are all around our farmers’ markets and produce sections. And this is very good for all of us. Peaches contain just 68 calories and zero fat. Plus they are naturally high in vital nutrients such as calcium, niacin, potassium, and thiamine.

The South Denver Omelet — A Healthy Breakfast with Eggs

September 7, 2012

Recently I was interviewed on iHeart Radio about a recent report linking eggs to plaque build up in the arteries. The biggest problem with eggs is cholesterol. And one egg yolk has about 180mg of cholesterol, which is about 90% of the recommended daily allowance for anybody with heart disease (according to the American Heart Association).

This Organic Gazpacho Delivers a Cool Crunchy Treat

August 3, 2012

Recently I showcased a couple of light and spicy gazpacho recipes on the CW2 Daybreak morning show. Gazpacho is a chilled soup that is light and lively, and a delicious was to cool down on a warm summer afternoon.

This Gazpacho Beats the Heat with Fruit and Vegetables

August 3, 2012

Recently I showcased a couple of light and spicy recipes on the CW2 Daybreak morning show. They combine classic Spanish gazpacho with new twists to create light, yet lively dishes that are delicious ways to cool down on warm summer afternoons.

Adding Some Flavor to your Fiesta!

July 27, 2012

Do you remember the game where you pick four people – living or historical figures – and invite them to your dinner party? Usually, the question that most people stumble over concerns which four individuals they would pick. But let’s say you have Pablo Picasso, Cleopatra, Mark Twain, and Muhammad Ali together at your dinner table. What type of food are you serving them? What masterpiece of a meal are you going to cook up to dazzle the palates of Ray Charles, Alexander the Great, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Groucho Marx?

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