The IAA One Minute Blog

A new study suggests that exposure to perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) after the 9/11 attacks could be tied to abnormal cholesterol levels in teens and young adults who were children during that time. High cholesterol can be a risk factor for heart dis… more »

These past few weeks the country has seen the loss of beloved TV dad Alan Thicke and iconic film star Zsa Zsa Gabor. Both celebrities died from heart related issues.  Every year, about 735,000 Americans have a heart attack. Prevention is key to help sto… more »

In the United States one in four women dies from heart disease. National Wear Red Day®, (this year held on Friday, February 5th) is about bringing awareness to this issue. Heart Disease and Women Sometimes heart disease may be silent and not diagnosed… more »

The average American has cholesterol levels that are considered “borderline high”. While you may not display any outward symptoms of high cholesterol, it can be doing severe damage to your body. As September is National Cholesterol Education Month, now… more »

When the snow falls and the cold winter weather makes us want to stay indoors, snacks and microwavable meals may seem like the ideal food solution. Unfortunately, snacks, frozen meals and even food at restaurants can be overloaded with sodium which is h… more »