It is no secret that sodium can have negative effects on the heart, affecting blood pressure readings the most. Recent news emphasizes this point by highlighting patients that are already on medication for the treatment of high blood pressure. A recent publication of the journal Hypertension shows the ways in which salt can be counterproductive to hypertension treatment.
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Diets rich in red meat are often linked to heart disease. WebMD’s recently published article on sheds light on several questions about nutrition, red meat and heart disease.
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This wonderful recipe comes from the American Heart Association, and can make a great appetizer. While traditional quesadillas might be filled with lots of cheese and grease, this is a heart healthy, veggie-filled alternative.

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Nutrition continues to be the driving force for healthy living, especially when it comes to having a healthy heart.  As a result, people are looking for food filled with the right nutrients to fight bad cholesterol and other conditions of the heart.
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Breakfast is truly the most important meal of the day. Breakfast sets the foundation for our body’s ability to perform during the day. Breakfast provides the body with energy and wakes up the body’s metabolism. Unfortunately, breakfast is also the most commonly skipped meal of the day due to our hectic morning schedule. The Foodnetwork.com published an article that offers healthy and tasty breakfasts for those who are always on the go.
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There are many healthy foods out there that are geared towards a heart healthy lifestyle. Revolution Health published an article that lists some of these foods.

Almonds are good for your heart because “[m]ost of the fat in almonds is monounsaturated fat – a healthier type of fat that may help lower blood cholesterol levels”.

Apples contain pectin, a form of fiber that can help lower cholesterol.
Broccoli “contains phytonutrients – a group of compounds that may help prevent chronic diseases, such as heart disease”.

Red beans “contain phytonutrients that may help prevent chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer”.

One of the largest promoters of a heart healthy diet is salmon. This is because salmon is full of omega-3 fatty acids which reduces the chances of developing clots that can lead to heart attacks. Revolution Health states that “Omega-3s may also protect against irregular heartbeats that may cause sudden cardiac death, decrease triglyceride levels, decrease the growth of artery-clogging plaques, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke”.

How does your diet play a role in your heart’s health?

It was but two decades ago that we were advised to avoid saturated fats at all costs because of their direct link to heart disease. Today, we are being strongly encouraged to avoid trans fats for the same reason. As a result, we are being told that saturated fats aren’t as bad for us as once thought. Does this mean saturated fats no longer contribute to heart disease? Did they some how become healthier for us? Are you confused? You should be. In a recently released video, “The truth about Trans Fat,” Web MD offers a break down of fats, and recommendations for how to develop a healthy diet with out becoming overwhelmed by the fat fads.
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Despite the treacherous winter we have experienced this year, the days are getting longer, the sun is shining brighter and winter coats are being replaced with flip flops. That mean spring is right around the corner. What better way to start spring off than with a new arsenal of heart healthy ethnic dishes that are fully infused with spring’s brightest colors?
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Heart Healthy eating can be tough when missing foods such as comfort food–but it does not have to be.

EatingWell.com’s recipe for a made over Chicken and Dumplings is a healthy solution

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What you eat is directly correlated with your risk of developing and worsening heart disease. In the main type of heart disease, a fatty substance builds up in the arteries that are responsible for transporting oxygen-rich blood to the heart. This build up narrows and hardens arteries preventing the heart from receiving the blood it needs to work properly; potentially leading to chest pain and a heart attack. Developing healthy eating habits is your first line of preventive action against heart disease. Woman’s Health offers several tips and guidelines to developing heart healthy eating habits. Read more