Food and Health, Prevention



I’m often asked these questions, and I bet you’ve thought about them yourself: Which is better for my heart – margarine or butter? What type of cooking oil should I use for a heart healthy diet? What is the latest guideline on eggs? Why do guidelines on margarine, butter, cooking oil, eggs and other foods ... The Evolution of Heart-Healthy Food Guidelines
 


Evidence continues to mount that a low-salt DASH-style diet can effectively lower elevated BP and alter numerous other known and suspected CVD risk factors...
 

The purpose of nutrition month is to help the public become aware of the importance of good nutrition and a healthful eating plan.
 

Health fair prizes or incentives can move games, presentations, and activities from good to great!
 


The American Heart Association (AHA) recently released updated recommendations for the types of fat Americans consume to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading global cause of death worldwide. According to 2014 United States statistics, 1 of every 3 deaths was due to heart disease, stroke, or other types of cardiovascular disease. Since 1961, ... New guidelines on fat intake to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease BY AHA
Food and Health, Prevention

You’ve likely heard the recommendation to eat at least 5 fruits and vegetables daily for best health. New advice is leaning more towards eating 5 servings of each...
Food and Health, Prevention

It's American Heart Month and I've got a few brand-new resources to share with you! Let's kick things off with this triglyceride factsheet...
Food and Health, Prevention

Today I want to talk about preventing heart disease...