Easy ways to stay healthy
A HEART-HEALTHY DIET: Simple changes in your diet can extend your life no matter where you live. Studies show that eating a Mediterranean-style diet can help improve your cardiovascular system.
The Mediterranean diet incorporates the basics of healthy eating, plus olive oil and red wine in moderation, among other components characterizing the traditional cooking style of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea.
Most healthy diets include fruits, vegetables, fish and whole grains, and limit unhealthy fats, but subtle variations or differences in proportions of certain foods may make a difference in your risk of cardiovascular problems.
To reduce your risk of heart disease, try the following recommendations from the Mediterranean diet: Eat a generous amount of fruits and vegetables. Use herbs and spices instead of salts on your food. Consume healthy fats such as olive and canola oil. For protein, eat fish or shellfish at least twice a week and consume very little red meat.
For more information about how the Mediterranean diet can decrease the risk of heart disease, visit www.mayoclinic.com
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