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Heart Health in Your Shopping Cart: A Look at the Ingredients in 12 Products
By Linda Antinoro J.D., R.D.
An estimated 80 million Americans have some form of cardiovascular disease so, not surprisingly, a cornucopia of foods--orange juice, margarine, yogurt-type drinks, chocolate bars--has emerged promising to “support healthy arteries,” “promote healthy blood pressure,” and “actively remove cholesterol.” Can they do all that?
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Want to Eat More Whole Grains? It’s Easier Than You Might Think
By Diane Welland, M.S., R.D.
Experts recommend that Americans eat at least three servings a day of whole grains, potent protectors against heart disease and diabetes. Whole grains may also battle high blood pressure, asthma, inflammation, obesity and cancer. Hefty benefits, but Americans have been slow to respond. EN provides tips to meet the challenge.
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Foods With More for Less: Rich in Nutrients, Low in Calories
By Adrienne Forman, M.S., R.D.
To eat healthfully, you want the most nutritious foods on your plate. But as we age, calorie needs drop and nutrient needs go up, making it more important to make every calorie count. EN lists 68 foods that offer the most nutrients—vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients—for the fewest calories.
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