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Tips to Live By, for Heart-Healthy Families
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80% of heart disease incidence is linked to diet and lifestyle factors. A poor diet is considered the major contributor to heart disease. Families that include a heart healthy diet and lifestyle as part of their daily lives live more fit and vital lives and have a lower risk of developing heart disease later in life.
It’s Never Too Early.
10 Tips to Live By, for Heart-Healthy Families
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Keep portions small, to have less wasted food, and avoid obesity. |
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Watch calories to maintain a healthy weight. |
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Provide kids nutritious snack choices, ready to grab on the go. |
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Use soft margarine spreads with no trans fats in place of butter to help reduce intake of saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol. Learn more. |
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Don’t let anyone skip breakfast; a healthy breakfast is essential for a productive day. |
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Choose beverages wisely. Include 3 servings of milk and drink plenty of water and other non-sweetened beverages like tea. |
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Make the dinner occasion a family get-together occasion, and turn the TV off while eating. |
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Offer your family plenty of fruits and vegetables every day. |
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Prepare low-fat versions of your family’s favorite meats and poultry, use low fat cheeses and milk and eat at least 2 servings of fish per week in place of fatty meats. |
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Use whole grain foods as a good source of fiber. |
These suggestions are just a start… challenge your family to add to this list as part of your discussion about a heart healthy lifestyle.
Remember, kids with healthy cholesterol levels are much more likely to grow up with healthier hearts.
