I'm sure you've heard of the Mediterranean Diet. And while it seems as if there is a new weight loss approach or "fad diet" every other week, could the Mediterranean Diet be the real deal?
Why DO those who reside in the Mediterranean live long, healthy, full lives? Is it what they're eating? What are the secrets behind this way of life, and this way of enjoying the foods of the region? Could this diet actually help prevent things like heart attack and stroke?
Special guest Dr. Pratap Reddy gives you the scoop on this increasingly popular diet, and how it may be the healthiest way for you to eat.
The Mediterranean Diet: Can it Decrease Heart Attack & Stroke?
Learn the secrets of the Mediterranean Diet, and how it may help prevent heart disease.
Additional Info
- Segment Number: 5
- Audio File: ER_101/1309er5e.mp3
- Featured Speaker: Dr. Pratap Reddy
- Organization: American College of Emergency Physicians
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Guest Bio:
Pratap C. Reddy, MD, FACC is Joe E. Holoubek Professor of Medicine and Head of Cardiology Division in the Department of Medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport. Dr. Reddy joined LSU Medical School in 1984 as Professor of Medicine and Associate Chief of Cardiology Section. In 2002 he became the Head of that section.
Dr. Reddy is a member of 10 regional and national medical organizations and has served the American College of Cardiology, Louisiana Chapter and the American Heart Association of Louisiana in many capacities. He is a past president of the American Heart Association, Louisiana affiliate. He is listed in the Who is Who in America directory.
Dr. Reddy’s research interests are in Cardiac Arrhythmias, Cardiac Electrophysiology and Electropharmacology. He has authored or co-authored 78 original publications, 10 review articles and over a hundred abstracts. He has co-edited a book titled The Tachycardias. He has been an invited speaker at national and international meetings on topics related to cardiac arrhythmias, cardiac electrophysiology and electrocardiography. Dr. Reddy is also a reviewer of scientific manuscripts and grant proposals for multiple journals and organizations. - Length (mins): 10
- Waiver Received: Yes
- Host: Dr. Leigh Vinocur
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