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Learn how to get the most out of your trips to the supermarket. You’ll get tips on what to look for when choosing everything from meat to dairy to fruits and vegetables.
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Look for the heart-check mark on food packaging to find food certified to meet the American Heart Association’s criteria for saturated fat and cholesterol.

 

 
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Reading and understanding food labels is an important step in making healthier choices. Find out what you need to know to make informed decisions!
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Use this tool to quickly and easily build a shopping list full of heart-healthy foods that have been certified by the American Heart Association.

 

 

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Dictionary of Nutrition

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This dictionary provides you with information on common nutrition terms to help you make heart-healthy decisions.

Fruits and Vegetables   Fish   Whole Grains
Sodium   Sugar   Fat

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