Heart Disease and Diet

Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. What you eat directly affects your heart health. Making good food choices significantly reduces your risk.

Saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol in your diet affect blood cholesterol levels. High cholesterol contributes to artery blockages that cause heart attacks.

Foods That Help

Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish support heart health. The Mediterranean eating pattern shows particular benefits. These foods reduce inflammation and improve cholesterol.

Fiber from whole grains and legumes helps lower cholesterol. Omega-3 fatty acids from fish reduce heart rhythm problems and inflammation.

Foods to Limit

Sodium raises blood pressure, increasing heart strain. Processed foods contain most of the sodium in modern diets. Reducing processed food naturally reduces sodium intake.

Added sugars contribute to obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Limiting sweets and sugary drinks makes a significant difference.