Hi First name / there,
 
After last month’s conversation on seed oils sparked such thoughtful discussion, I wanted to continue the conversation around heart health. This time focusing on the role of nutrition. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death, yet so much of it is preventable through evidence-based dietary strategies. That’s what this month’s blog dives into.
On a personal note, we’re experiencing our own season of transition—our youngest is starting Pre-K soon (cue the tears!), and we’re squeezing in one last family vacation before the fall rush begins. It’s a reminder that change is both bittersweet and necessary. That’s true in our health journey too. Lasting transformation takes time, intention, and the right guidance.
As always, I’m here to help you take small, strategic steps that move you toward better health.
 
 
 
 
nutrition
 
Mango lowering blood pressure & cholesterol
A small pilot study (University of California, Davis) showed that eating 330 g of mango daily for two weeks led to reductions in blood pressure and cholesterol in overweight/obese postmenopausal women—likely due to its fiber, antioxidants (mangiferin, quercetin), and improved glucose responses 
 
Chickpeas & beans improve heart health
A 12-week study at NUTRITION 2025 found daily chickpea consumption reduced cholesterol and inflammation in pre‑diabetic adults. Black beans showed similar benefits—reinforcing why legumes deserve a central place in a heart-healthy, plant-predominant diet 
 
Here's to a healthier, happier you!
Dr. Sobia Sadiq
 
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