Updates from Peggy Kraus

Aortic Aneurysm: The Quiet Risk Hiding in Your Blood Pressure

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0500

An aortic aneurysm can grow for years without a single symptom. Here are the three things that raise your risk, including a common antibiotic most people never suspect, and how your plate can help.

Is Soy Safe for Breast Cancer? Why the Old Warning Is Out of Date

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Were you told to stay away from soy because it feeds cancer? That warning came from mouse studies and lab extracts decades ago. Research in women tells a much happier story, and soy may even help lower the risk of breast cancer coming back.

Nourishing the Heart: Why Small Daily Choices Matter Most for Your Arteries

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Heart health isn't one big moment. Listen to my AHA Moments podcast episode, "Nourishing the Heart," and see why the small choices you make most days matter most for your arteries.

10 Gallons of Blood (and a Lot of Cookies): What Donating Taught Me About Iron

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0500

I used to get turned away from donating blood because my iron was too low. Here's what changed, and why the type of iron you eat matters more than you might think.

Is Coffee Good for You? What the Research Says (and What to Put in It)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Good news for coffee lovers: the research on coffee is mostly good. Here's what it does for your blood sugar, liver, and heart, and why what you add to your cup matters most.

Why I'm the Bean Lady: Whole-Food Fiber vs. Fiber Supplements

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0500

A cardiac rehab patient once nicknamed me the bean lady. Here's why whole-food fiber does so much for your heart and gut, and why most fiber supplements fall short.

When 98% Isn't a Good Thing: The Hidden Ingredients in Everyday Products

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0500

A new study found that 98% of everyday products like shampoo, lotion, and sunscreen had at least one ingredient missing from the label. Here's what that means and the simple swaps that matter most.

Keto and Fatty Liver: Short-Term Glory, Long-Term Disaster

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0500

A new keto study made headlines for cutting liver fat. Here's what the headlines left out, why your body is coping rather than healing, and what helps your liver for the long haul.

Your Metabolism Responds to What You Do Every Day

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Your genes aren't the whole story. Here's how two simple daily habits, more fiber and a little movement, help your metabolism keep your weight, cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar in a healthier range.

Is Too Much Protein Making You Old? How Much You Really Need

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Protein is in everything these days, but a review of more than 350 studies suggests most of us already eat more than we need. Here's how much is enough, and why less excess may help you age well.