Big Blend Radio’s “Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie” Podcast

In recognition of National Wellness Month and Back to School season, board-certified cardiologist Dr. Jacqueline Eubany—author of “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story” —shines a light on the alarming rise of heart disease among younger generations.

The conversation explores key risk factors such as vaping, stress, obesity, and diabetes, while emphasizing the role of families in fostering healthy eating habits, physical activity, and heart health awareness. Dr. Jackie also discusses the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, the importance of routine checkups, and how family involvement can make a life-saving difference in promoting healthier lifestyles for kids and teens.

📘 Learn more about her book: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/

⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00 – National Wellness Month and Heart Health Awareness 03:37 – The Impact of Vaping on Heart Health 05:53 – Stress, Anxiety, and Their Effects on Youth 10:00 – The Dangers of Drug Use on Heart Health 13:00 – Family Responsibility in Heart Health 16:13 – The Mediterranean Diet and Heart Health 18:52 – The Importance of Family Activities for Heart Health 21:47 – Understanding Stents and Heart Health 23:55 – Back to School: Prioritizing Family Heart Health 25:15 – Closing Thoughts

🔔 New episodes air every 2nd Wednesday! Subscribe: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/

🎧 Also featured on Big Blend’s “Quality of Life” & Big Daily Blend podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

In celebration of International Self-Care Day, board-certified cardiologist Dr. Jacqueline Eubany—author of “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story”—explores why self-care is essential for heart health. From the importance of sleep and mindfulness to the evolving role of AI in healthcare, this episode offers practical and empowering ways to prioritize your well-being, especially for caregivers and women at risk for heart disease.

Dr. Jackie shares how stress management, learning about your own health, and even travel can all be powerful self-care tools. The conversation emphasizes that taking care of yourself is not selfish—it’s vital.

📘 Learn more about her book: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/ 🔔 New episodes air every 2nd Wednesday! Subscribe: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/ 🎧 Also featured on Big Blend’s “Quality of Life” & "Big Daily Blend" podcast channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

In this “From the Vault” episode of Big Blend Radio’s Heart Healthy Living with Dr. Jackie, we celebrate Parks & Recreation Month and the Summer Travel Season with an essential conversation on heart health during travel and outdoor adventures. Board-certified cardiologist Dr. Jacqueline Eubany highlights the importance of recognizing heart attack symptoms, the life-saving impact of CPR and AEDs in public spaces, and how to manage heart health at high altitudes.

She also discusses the Mediterranean diet as a practical, heart-healthy lifestyle and offers critical advice for travelers, especially women, who may experience different heart attack symptoms than men. Whether you're hiking, flying, or exploring a new city, this episode is full of smart tips to help you stay heart-healthy on the go.

📖 Read Dr. Jackie’s article “Heart Attack Safety Tips for Travelers” in Parks & Travel Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/dshq/#p=70

📘 Learn more about Dr. Jackie’s bestselling book “Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story”: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/

🎧 Subscribe to the show: https://hearthealthyliving-drjackie.podbean.com/

🔔 New episodes every 2nd Wednesday – also featured on Big Blend’s Quality of Life, Big Daily Blend, Vacation Station, and Parks & Travel channels: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork