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A [[cardiac diet]], also known as a [[heart-healthy diet]], is a type of diet intended to promote heart health and lower the risk of[[heart disease]]. Heart disease is a prominent cause of [[mortality and disability, and dietary | A [[cardiac diet]], also known as a [[heart-healthy diet]], is a type of diet intended to promote heart health and lower the risk of[[heart disease]]. Heart disease is a prominent cause of [[mortality]] and [[disability]], and dietary modifications can be an essential element of controlling risk factors such high [[blood pressure]], high cholesterol, and [[obesity]]. | ||
==some steps you may take to develop a diet for heart health== | ==some steps you may take to develop a diet for heart health== | ||
*[[Saturated and trans fats]] increase LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and [[heart disease risk]]. Limit your consumption of these [[fats]], which are present in [[animal]] products like [[meat]] and [[dairy]] as well as processed [[meals]] like baked [[goods and snack foods]], to minimize your risk. | *[[Saturated and trans fats]] increase LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and [[heart disease risk]]. Limit your consumption of these [[fats]], which are present in [[animal]] products like [[meat]] and [[dairy]] as well as processed [[meals]] like baked [[goods and snack foods]], to minimize your risk. | ||
*Increase your consumption of [[unsaturated fats]]. Unsaturated fats, such as those found in [[fatty fish, nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils]], can improve cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of [[heart disease]]. Aim for at least two servings of [[fatty fish]] per week and [[prioritize oils]] and other forms of unsaturated fats over saturated and trans fats. | *Increase your consumption of [[unsaturated fats]]. Unsaturated fats, such as those found in [[fatty fish, nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils]], can improve cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of [[heart disease]]. Aim for at least two servings of [[fatty fish]] per week and [[prioritize oils]] and other forms of unsaturated fats over saturated and trans fats. | ||
*[[Fruits and vegetables]] are rich in [[vitamins, minerals, and fiber]] and can help reduce the risk of heart disease by | *[[Fruits and vegetables]] are rich in [[vitamins]], [[minerals]], and [[fiber]] and can help reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol, decreasing inflammation, and controlling [[blood pressure]]. Aim for at least five daily servings of fruits and vegetables. | ||
*Whole [[grains]] are a good source of [[fiber]], which can help manage [[cholesterol]] levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Choose whole [[grain bread, pasta, and rice over processed grains]], which have been stripped of fiber and other essential [[elements]]. | *Whole [[grains]] are a good source of [[fiber]], which can help manage [[cholesterol]] levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Choose whole [[grain bread, pasta, and rice over processed grains]], which have been stripped of fiber and other essential [[elements]]. | ||
*A high sodium consumption can cause [[hypertension]], a risk factor for [[heart disease]]. Limit your intake of [[sodium-rich meals]] such as processed [[foods, canned soups, and salty snacks]] to less than 2,300 milligrams per day to minimize your risk. | *A high sodium consumption can cause [[hypertension]], a risk factor for [[heart disease]]. Limit your intake of [[sodium-rich meals]] such as processed [[foods, canned soups, and salty snacks]] to less than 2,300 milligrams per day to minimize your risk. | ||
