The DASH diet focuses on foods that are low in fat and cholesterol and low in sodium. Foods that are emphasized are high in fiber, potassium, magnesium, and calcium.

Aug 12, 2009 - Denise Reynolds

A diet originally developed to help lower blood pressure levels - the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet - also reduces women's risks of heart disease

May 18, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

Foods high in polyphenols have antioxidant, antiviral, anticancer properties. An antioxidant food list for a heart healthy diet, cardiovascular disease prevention.

May 25, 2007 - Sally Odum

Fight heart disease and prevent stroke and heart attack by preventing atherosclerosis with a nutrient-dense diet.

Jul 27, 2007 - Sherry LaBonte

Eating a healthy, well balanced diet is crucial for maintaining optimal health. Armed with the right knowledge, this is easy to accomplish.

Apr 19, 2010 - Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Eating a healthy diet provides the body with the vitamins and nutrients it needs to function at its best. Balancing carbs, proteins, and fats is key to a healthy diet.

Mar 13, 2008 - Jennifer Murray

People who suffer from metabolic syndrome can improve their symptoms through dieting. There are two types of diets that help people with metabolic syndrome.

May 17, 2010 - Cathy Herold

After a heart attack or stroke you can enjoy eating and drinking much as before but must do it right, and be consistent. Your heart will thank you.

Oct 24, 2010 - Gene Richards

I learned a lot about portion size, for example, by studying the DASH diet. Here's a sample of what I eat on a daily basis:

Feb 22, 2007 - Lois Trader

A healthy diet includes eating a variety of nutrient-rich foods that are high in fiber and low in unhealthy fats.

Jan 17, 2011 - Jennifer Andrews

Here is a day's worth of recipes to get you started on the road to eating heart healthy. Heart healthy can be great tasting besides being good for you too.

Feb 13, 2011 - Raechelle Janzen

Developing healthy eating habits is not an impossible task. With consistent good food choices, a heart healthy eating plan can soon be a reality.

Dec 23, 2009 - Donna McKinney

Women over 35 are at risk of heart disease, but many don't know the warning symptoms, or how to look after their heart health. Two women cardiologists give hints and tips

Feb 12, 2010 - Sue Cartledge

Those with high cholesterol levels are at a high risk of developing heart disease. Eating a healthy diet is one way to reduce cholesterol levels and protect the heart.

May 25, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

Shelves of diet books can be found in every bookstore but the results from a weight loss study funded by the National Institutes of Health can help change lives for good.

Sep 13, 2009 - Vicki F. Chavis

Eat a heart-healthy diet for controlling cholesterol. Include foods high in fiber to lower LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol.

Dec 26, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Women who eat healthy food, maintain normal weight, drink only moderate alcohol, are physically active, and do not smoke have a reduced risk of heart attack

May 21, 2010 - Sanjiva Wijesinha

Based on the eating habits of our hunter-gatherer ancestors, the paleo diet is believed to reduce the risk of diseases of affluence such as heart disease.

Jan 26, 2011 - Veronica Mitchell

It is possible for vegans to obtain enough protein, vitamins and minerals by eating a healthy diet that does not contain foods from animal sources.

Jun 26, 2009 - Sharon Kirby

The GI Diet is a sensible eating plan that can help you lose weight. Foods are ranked by their glycemic index level to help you choose food that breaks down slowly.

Jul 22, 2006 - Tracy Rose