How to Eat Healthy

heart2At the heart of good health is good nutrition. Make smart, healthy choices to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.

INCLUDE

  • Fruits and vegetables
  • Whole grains
  • Beans and legumes
  • Nuts and seeds
  • Fish (preferably oily fish high in omega-3 fatty acids), skinless poultry, and plant-based alternatives
  • Fat-free and low-fat dairy products
  • Healthier fats and non-tropical oils

LIMIT

  • Sodium and salt
  • Saturated fat
  • Sweets and added sugars, including sugar-sweetened beverages
  • Red meats – if you choose to eat red meat, select lean cuts

AVOID

  • Trans fat and partially hydrogenated oils

via How to Eat Healthy.