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Harvard Heart Letter: November 2007

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Articles in this issue:

Come back to the garden of eatin'

The foundation of good nutrition, eating the right foods in the right quantities, provides clear benefits for the heart, but exercise and weight control are just as important to good heart health as diet.

No denying the power of produce

The multiple nutrients that occur naturally in fruits and vegetables are beneficial to the heart and the rest of the body in numerous ways, and thus should be a part of everyone's diet.

In with the good, out with the bad

Our bodies need protein, carbohydrates, and fat, but some kinds are better for us than others. It's important to eat the right kinds and quantities of these components in order to receive the most benefit from them.

Translating good food into better diets

Several diets with roots in medical studies have the potential to provide some protection from heart disease and to lower cholesterol and blood pressure.

12 tips for holiday eating

These suggestions can help you negotiate the excesses of the holiday season, so you can enjoy yourself without overindulging.

Ask the doctor: Is canned fish good for the heart?

I know that eating fish is good for the heart. But fresh fish costs a lot and I can't get to the grocery store very often. Does eating canned fish help?

Ask the doctor: How many calories do I need?

How can I figure out how many calories I should take in every day?

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