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When it comes to heart health, diet matters. Experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine say wholesome nutrition is a major factor in combating plaque buildup in the arteries that can lead to heart disease.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that a poor diet — among diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity and excessive alcohol use — is one of the most influential lifestyle choices that put people at a higher risk for heart disease. By incorporating heart-healthy foods into one’s diet, individuals can be one step closer to maintaining a healthy heart.
Fruits and vegetables
“Having abundant produce in your diet has several benefits for your heart,” said Caroline Cohen , Ph.D., a dietitian in the UAB Department of Family and Community Medicine. “Many fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of potassium, a mineral that plays an important role in blood pressure…
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