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Eating Well and Losing Weight
  • Updated:Thu, 8 Dec 2011 10:03:00 AM

Couple eating healthy food in bedEating the right foods is important, especially when you have heart disease. A heart-healthy diet and physical activity help you maintain good health and reduce your risk of future heart problems. Good nutrition and weight control are a crucial part of your treatment plan because they help reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.

 

The right foods and regular physical activity help you:

  • Make better use of the food you eat.
  • Control blood sugar.
  • Lower blood cholesterol.
  • Control blood pressure.
  • Lose weight and avoid gaining weight.


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"This content was last reviewed on 09/22/2011."

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