1. Blended Meats
A new type of food called “blended meats” is starting to show up in stores. These products mix real meat with plant-based ingredients like mushrooms or vegetables to help people eat less meat. While homemade versions using whole foods can be a healthy option, it’s important to be cautious of highly processed or synthetic versions that may cause inflammation or other health issues.

2. Prevent Calculator
A new heart health tool called the “Prevent Equation” can help predict your risk of heart disease over the next 10 or 30 years using just your regular bloodwork. It was shown to be just as accurate as advanced scans, making it a helpful and easy way to catch issues early and take steps to prevent them.

3. Waist-to-Hip Ratio
New research shows that your waist-to-hip ratio may be a better way to predict heart problems than your BMI. People with more belly fat compared to their hips were more likely to develop heart failure, even if their overall weight seemed normal. Measuring this ratio is simple and can give a clearer picture of your true health risks.