February is Heart Health Month—a great reminder to us all to think about this amazing organ that will beat more than 2.5 billion times during the average human lifetime! The good news is that about 80 percent of all cases of cardiovascular disease are preventable. You may have heard us say, "Good Food Changes Everything." We really believe that, and your heart is no exception! A good diet is one of the most important factors in cardiovascular health, along with getting exercise, maintaining low stress, and ensuring adequate sleep. While the general healthy diet rules apply—eat a balanced diet that's high in fibre with wide variety of fruits and vegetables, and stick to the good fats—there are a few nutritional stars that stand out for being extra helpful for your heart.
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