Lian Liu, MPH, RD, CDCES

Lian Liu, MPH, RD, CDCES

30
May
The 3 AM Cortisol Trap: Why Menopause Wrecks Your Sleep (And the Food Protocol to Fix It)

The 3 AM Cortisol Trap: Why Menopause Wrecks Your Sleep (And the Food Protocol to Fix It)

Waking up at 3 AM drenched in sweat isn't just 'part of menopause.' It's a metabolic emergency triggered by blood sugar crashes and cortisol spikes. Discover the Tier 1 Food Protocol to anchor your blood sugar and rebuild your sleep hormones naturally.
5 min read
29
May
The Underserved Professional: Why Your Doctor Isn't Helping You With Your Home Recovery

The Underserved Professional: Why Your Doctor Isn't Helping You With Your Home Recovery

Robert sat in the white-walled clinic, looking at the clock. After a four-month wait, his fifteen-minute cardiology appointment was ending with a vague 'follow-up in six months.' Learn how to move from reactive patient to radical agent of your own recovery.
3 min read
18
Apr
The 3 Foods Your Body Needs After Menopause to Lower LDL

The 3 Foods Your Body Needs After Menopause to Lower LDL

Did your LDL cholesterol jump 20-40 points around perimenopause? Learn why estrogen loss causes this spike, and the 3 specific foods that compensate for the lost hormonal pathways.
4 min read
11
Apr
Heart-Healthy Eating on the Go: The Assembly Meal Framework for Busy Cardiac Patients

Heart-Healthy Eating on the Go: The Assembly Meal Framework for Busy Cardiac Patients

Marcus pulled into a truck stop 11 hours into his route, two months after his stent. Every option on the shelf seemed designed to undo his recovery. Discover the 3-Part Assembly Meal framework — a behavior-designed system for eating heart-healthy when you have no kitchen, no time, and no energy.
10 min read
11
Apr
Why Menopause Changes Your Brain — And the Diet That Fights Back

Why Menopause Changes Your Brain — And the Diet That Fights Back

Sarah walked into the kitchen and stopped. She couldn't remember why. The panic that followed wasn't just about the fog—it was the fear of what comes next. Learn why menopause brain fog isn't dementia, and how the MIND diet fights back.
5 min read
20
Mar
"Am I Doomed?" How to Break Your Family History Heart Disease Fate

"Am I Doomed?" How to Break Your Family History Heart Disease Fate

If your father had a heart attack at 40s or 50s, you probably feel like a ticking time bomb. Discover why your genes are not your destiny—and the 3 radical shifts that can rewrite your heart's final chapter.
5 min read
15
Mar
Sorghum and Vegetable Bowls: A Fiber-Dense Plant Powerhouse

Sorghum and Vegetable Bowls: A Fiber-Dense Plant Powerhouse

Discover the chewy, heart-healthy power of Sorghum and Cannellini beans. A plant-protein powerhouse designed with a creamy lemon-tahini sauce.
2 min read
14
Mar
The Protein Paradox: How to Rebuild Muscle After a Heart Attack Without Straining Your Kidneys

The Protein Paradox: How to Rebuild Muscle After a Heart Attack Without Straining Your Kidneys

Charles lost 15 pounds after his heart attack, but it wasn't just fat—it was muscle. Learn the science of protein requirements for heart recovery, heavy metal risks in plant protein, and the best vetted supplements.
7 min read
11
Mar
Grilled Vegetables and Millet Bowls: A Nutrient-Dense Ancient Grain Feast

Grilled Vegetables and Millet Bowls: A Nutrient-Dense Ancient Grain Feast

Fuel your heart with this vibrant Grilled Vegetables and Millet Bowl. Packed with magnesium, potassium, and a savory Mediterranean dressing.
2 min read
10
Mar
The WFH 'Grazing' Trap: How to Engineer Your Kitchen for Cardiac Recovery

The WFH 'Grazing' Trap: How to Engineer Your Kitchen for Cardiac Recovery

Working from home is a high-risk environment for your heart if you're grazing on snacks between Zooms. Learn how to engineer your kitchen perimeter for better recovery.
2 min read

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