Excess weight in the form of fat can lead to conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol level and diabetes which can increase the chance of heart attacks. A diet that regularly includes fruits, vegetables, low fat dairy products and whole grains is good for the heart. Legumes such as beans, peas, lentils, low fat protein such as lean meat and certain types of fish rich in Omega 3 fatty acids can reduce the risk of heart attacks. For a normal person (without diabetes), it is good to include at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day to keep the heart ‘hale and healthy’!
Gaining weight in adulthood is mostly in the form of fatty tissue. Excess weight in the form of fat can lead to conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol level and diabetes which can increase the chance of heart attacks. Fats in diet can be classified as saturated,…
