Happy Heart Health Month & Black History Month! As we acknowledge the contributions of African Americans in America it is just as important to acknowledge the disparities that are faced due to health inequities and systemic oppressions. Health inequities are systematic differences in marginalized groups that prevents them from achieving optimal health, leading to unfair and avoidable differences in health outcomes.
Heart disease does not discriminate. It is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Women generally get heart disease about 10 years later than men do, but it’s still women’s #1 killer. After menopause, women are more likely to get heart disease, in part because estrogen hormone levels drop. Women who have gone through early menopause, either naturally or because they have had a hysterectomy, are twice as likely to develop heart disease as women of the same age who have not gone through menopause (NIH, 2024).
There is a lot we can do to protect our heart and stay healthy. By living a healthy lifestyle, you can help keep your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels normal and lower your risk for heart disease and heart attack. Crafted By Nour believes that a holistic lifestyle can support a healthy heart.
The formula is simple: Mindful Eating, consistent Joyful Movement, Rest and Reduce Stress Levels, and consume herbal tea blends.
