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USDA and USDA Food Pyramid

The new USDA Food Pyramid recommends a diet with plenty of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, protein, and calcium-rich foods:

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How to read food labels

When you go grocery shopping, you should take time to read the nutrition labels on your purchases. Compare nutrients and calories in one food to those in another. The information may surprise you. You want to make sure that you aren't bringing home foods high in fat and cholesterol.

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Soy Protein Diet

Diets rich in soy protein can help keep your heart healthy. According to an FDA - approved health claim: Consuming 25 grams of soy protein per day , as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. Products rich in fiber as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may also lower the risk of heart disease.

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Recommended Fruit and Vegetable Servings

Consuming the recommended fruit and vegetable servings is vital to good health. Sadly, not many people know the recommended fruit and vegetable servings.

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Electrocardiogram

An electrocardiogram or ECG measures the electrical activity of the heart. E, C and G stand for Electro-Cardio-Gram.

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exercise

Exercise reduces the risk of heart disease by improving blood circulation (according to the American Heart Association). Exercise helps keep weight under control and improves blood cholesterol levels. It can even help manage stress and boost your energy levels.

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Why exercise

If your doctor has advised you to begin an exercise program, you should follow that advice. People who don't get enough physical activity exercise are much more likely to develop heart disease and high blood pressure.

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Low Cost Fitness Ideas

If you are just getting started and are looking for fitness bargains, here are some low cost exercise products you can buy fro home or travel.

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Low cost ideas of exercise

Be a savvy shopper. If you need a specific piece of equipment or class shop around.

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