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Fall Favorites: Butternut Squash Soup

Fall is finally upon us! To welcome in the cooler Florida weather, nothing is more comforting than a warm bowl of soup. This butternut squash soup is bound to satisfy your craving while also being heart healthy! Check out the recipe below:

Ingredients:

1 1/2

Orange Park Medical Center Awarded By The American Heart Association

The First Coast Cardiovascular (FCCI) team has been the primary cardiologists treating cardiovascular patients at Orange Park Medical Center (OPMC) since 2013. Through this partnership, both organizations have had the honor of being recognized as one of the best in the nation by US News & The American Heart Association. 

OPMC has earned all American Heart Association as well as

How Does Cholesterol Affect My Heart Health?

You often hear cholesterol being thrown around in health articles or in your conversations with your physician. What exactly do your cholesterol levels mean for you heart health? Let’s break it down.

Cholesterol can affect your heart health because it circulates through your blood stream. If your body has too much cholesterol, it could build up and form plaque that

Good Hygiene Habits During COVID-19

Protecting yourself during a pandemic may seem overwhelming, but there are simple steps we can all follow to protect ourselves and others.

Covid-19 is primarily spread person to person when you are within six feet of distance. According to the CDC, the spread of the virus occurs when water droplets containing the virus are emitted through talking, laughing, coughing, or

Healthy Pumpkin Spice Muffins

When the leaves start changing colors and the sweaters come out, fall is here!  One of the best parts of the fall season? That’s right…pumpkin spice! Now you can enjoy a healthy pumpkin spice muffin. All the flavor without the guilt
 
Ingredients needed:

2 eggs
1/2 cup melted coconut oil
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon

What Should My Heart Rate be During Exercise?

Are you not pushing yourself enough, or pushing yourself too hard when you exercise? If you are looking to get more involved in a cardio exercise routine, knowing your maximum heart rate is a key tool in deciding how vigorous your exercises should be. It will also help you to track how effective your workouts are!

Moderate exercises are a

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