American Heart Month

 

February is American Heart Month, and this year marks the 50th anniversary of a month dedicated to heart health.  Are you confused by all o the information you are hearing about living a heart healthy lifestyle?  Eating “heart healthy” can be simple as long as you remember these 7 hearty steps:

          1) Consume more fruits and vegetables

          2) Consume more whole grains

          3) Choose less packaged and processed foods

          4) Consume less sodium

          5) Read food labels often

          6) Portion Control

          7) Exercise

 

 By: Stephanie White, Dietetic Intern, Stephen F. Austin State University

References:

http://www.webmd.com/diet/your-omega-3-family-shopping-list

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/in-depth/omega-3/art-20045614

http://www.sheknows.com/recipes/crunchy-sesame-salmon