Heart-Healthy Cooking Tips (American Heart Month)

Although heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, you can reduce your risk by following a nutritious eating routine and healthy lifestyle habits. https://www.eatright.org/health/health-conditions/cardiovascular-health-heart-disease-hypertension/heart-healthy-cooking-tips

• Choose healthier fats. Limit your intake of saturated fats and opt for unsaturated fats found in nuts, olives, avocados and fatty fish. Omega-3 fatty acids are found not only in fish and seafood, but also in vegetable oils, seeds and nuts. These fats may help increase good cholesterol levels.
• Increase dietary fiber. Fill half your plate at each meal with fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, and choose foods made with whole grains when possible.
• Reduce sodium. Replace high-sodium food products with those that contain lower amounts of sodium. Consider seasoning foods with flavorful salt-free herbs, spices and lemon or lime juice.