The Best Things You Can Do for Your Heart
We’re not talking about fad diets here. Research shows that maintaining a healthy weight is one of the best things you can do to keep your heart healthy. By eating smaller portions of healthy foods, you could be setting yourself up for weight loss that’s long-lasting. Fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, fish and poultry are all heart-healthy options. Try to minimize your intake of fried foods, red meat and sweets.
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March 12, 2015