Chef Chris Valdes warns of the risk of heart disease

We’re putting celebrity chef Chris Valdes in the spotlight! He shares some of his favorite recipes that are perfect for summer and gives us tips for a healthy heart.

Whether you’re a grill master looking for recipe inspiration or you’re just learning the basics, one thing is for sure: grilling season is upon us and this is the perfect time to brush up on your grilling techniques or try out new recipes.

Miami native and celebrity Cook, Chris Valdesis here to take your barbecues to the next level! By sharing some of his delicious barbecue classics with you, Chris will help everyone make the most of the summer season while keeping an eye on the family’s heart health.

Chris Valdes was born in Miami CookActor, star caterer, philanthropist and author of “One with the kitchen.’ ChrisHis culinary journey began at a young age in his family’s Cuban restaurant. After studying at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, he returned to the United States and opened his own catering business before setting out to become a TV chef. Cook. He is the star of his own YouTube series “Cooking With Chris,’ has appeared on several national television shows (GMA, Live with Kelly and Ryan, Access Hollywood, etc.) and was a finalist on the final season of “Food Network Star” and “Star Salvation.”

Chris is excited to share his favorite grilling tips and tricks while educating viewers about the importance of cardiovascular health, a disease that almost half of the Hispanic population of the USAand even affected him and his mother. After Suffer of her stroke and his weight loss, Chris and his family have made major lifestyle changes, starting in the kitchen. In addition to sharing his family’s heart health story, Chris also features some delicious Latin-inspired recipes made with heart-healthy and cholesterol-free ingredients without sacrificing flavor.

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