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Julia Zumpano is a registered dietitian with Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation and the Women’s Cardiovascular Center at the Cleveland Clinic. Her full-time position involves mainly patient counseling for a cardio-protective diet, with focus on cholesterol reduction, controlling hypertension, and weight management. Her approach is unique in the way that she focuses on strategies and behavior modification individualized to each patient’s lifestyle, needs, and readiness to change. Her position also entails involvement in nutrition program development, research projects and studies, patient and employee education, and community outreach.
She also practices what she preaches as a certified fitness instructor, leading Cardio-Kickboxing and a variety of other fitness classes at the Employee Fitness Center in the Walker Center.
Julia tells us, "I love Uncle Sam Cereal because it provides a great nutty & grainy taste for a filling breakfast or a healthy topper to snacks such as yogurt or meals like steamed veggies or crusted salmon! Uncle Sam Cereal really adds bulk to my meals due to it's wonderful source of soluble and insoluble fiber, high quality protein, and disease fighting omega 3 fat! This way I can eat less and maximize my nutrition without feeling hungry."
Julia worked with us to provide some helpful information for those interested in learning about a heart health. Please keep in mind that the information on this site does not constitute medical advice. Before embarking on any weight loss plan or making dietary changes, you should consult your doctor. For more information about Julia you may visit the Cleveland Clinc website.
What is Heart Disease? What are some common terms associated with heart disease?
I have just been diagnosed with being at risk of heart disease…..now what?
What is hypertension? What can I do to control it?
What is cholesterol and how is it related to heart health?
There is so much online about heart disease and I am overwhelmed and confused. Where do I begin?
How do I know if a food is a good choice for a heart healthy diet?
How does fiber from whole grain aid in heart disease prevention and management?
Why are omega-3’s good for heart health? Will they make it harder to lose weight?
I’m not at risk for heart disease so why do I need to eat a heart healthy diet?
What is important to look for in foods that are heart healthy & suitable for managing diabetes?
What is sodium and do I need to be concerned with the amount of sodium I eat?
What is the importance of exercise in a heart healthy diet?
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