A new study spanning nearly 200 countries linked 22% of all adult deaths globally to poor diet quality. The analysis of these deaths, published in The Lancet, found that certain eating habits were particularly linked to higher death rates, including diets high in sodium and processed foods and low in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and nuts.
In the US, heart disease kills 1 in 4 people, according to the CDC. While eating a more varied, nutrient-rich diet may sound easier said than done, the American Heart Association maintains a helpful recipe page that can help you integrate heart-healthy, tasty meals into your daily routine. Consider starting with one of these:
- Eat a variety of fresh, frozen and canned vegetables and fruits. Try the Rosemary Balsamic Roasted Vegetables recipe or some Sliced Fruit with Honey-Vanilla Yogurt Dip for a better alternative to high-calorie, processed foods.
- Choose poultry and fish without skin. Give the Sriracha-Glazed Chicken with Paprika Butternut Squash or the Spinach-Stuffed Baked Salmon a shot!
- Choose fiber-rich whole grains for most grain servings. The Festive Turkey Rice Salad is a high-protein, low-calorie alternative that'll leave you full and satisfied.
In fact, at 8:10AM this coming Tuesday (8/13/2019) morning, the ACTION LINE broadcast on WGNS focuses on the importance of eating a proper diet and maintaining proper weight with exercise. Dr. Wayne Westmoreland will be on the local radio program to interact with listeners about St. Thomas Health's Bariatric program.
For more heart-healthy recipes, visit https://recipes.heart.org/.