heart disease risk
Eat More Fat – Omega 3s, That Is – for Your Health
Research suggests that eating omega-3 fatty acids lowers your chances of dying from heart disease. Fish that naturally contain more oil—salmon, trout, herring, mackerel, anchovies, and sardines—are good sources of omega-3s. Other sources include canola oil, soybean oil, walnuts, and ground flaxseed, and flaxseed oil.
Green, Leafy Vegetables Can Lower Your Heart Disease Risk
For good health don’t just eat your greens, eat your dark leafy greens. According to researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health, women who eat the most dark green, leafy vegetables -- such as dark lettuce, swiss chard, spinach, and mustard greens -- have a third fewer deaths from heart disease than those who eat the least.
Eating Beans Can Protect Your Heart
People who ate legumes (peas, lentils, and beans) four times a week had a 22 percent lower risk of coronary heart disease than those who ate them only once a week, a study found. That’s because legumes add fiber to your diet and can lower your cholesterol and blood pressure. Toss them in a salad, serve them as a side dish, or enjoy them in a soup!
Look for "100% Whole Grain"
We’ve all heard it: A diet rich in whole grains may help reduce your risk of heart disease. In fact, many foods now come with whole grain. But beware. Some foods labeled “whole grain” only contain a small amount of the ingredient. To spot the real deal (and all its healthy benefits), make sure the food is labeled “100% whole grain” before putting it in your cart.
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