Heart Healthy Facts & Tips

Cardiovascular disease is the #1 health threat for men and women in the U.S.

Each year, 1 in every 2.5 deaths is from cardiovascular disease.

One in five males and females has some form of cardiovascular disease.

In 63% of women who died suddenly of coronary heart disease, there were no previous symptoms of this disease.

◊ Men over 40
◊ Women over 50
◊ Overweight people
◊ Smokers
◊ People with high cholesterol
◊ People with high blood pressure
◊ Diabetics
◊ People who are physically inactive

A healthy heart can be the anchor for a healthy life. Reducing the fat in your diet and eating heart smart have many benefits. With some simple adjustments to how you deal with food, it's easy to develop healthy eating habits. When preparing some of your favorite recipes, try some of these substitutions.

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Eating healthy on the run can be easy. Keep these tips in mind to ensure you have access to healthy food at all times.

• Tortillas or pitas can be filled with deli meat, cheese and/or veggies for a quick sandwich.
• Instant brown rice enhances any meal.
• Fruit is a good grab-and-go snack or dessert.
• Easy choices of protein include nuts, canned tuna, peanut butter and soups with beans or poultry.
• Yogurt and string cheese make good mid-morning or afternoon snacks.
• Using salsa as a topping provides more flavor than gravy, butter or sour cream.
• Precut raw vegetables are great for snacking or incorporating into a meal.
• Look for natural products containing no trans fat or cholesterol. Try GIANT's Organic & Natural products for healthier choices.