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Vitamins & Special Diets Heart disease and diet A healthy diet
is a major factor in reducing your risk of heart disease. Diet -
heart disease A healthy diet and lifestyle can reduce your risk
of: FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Most fruits and vegetables are part of
a heart-healthy diet. They are good sources of fiber, vitamins,
and minerals. Most are low in fat, calories, sodium, and
cholesterol. Eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables
per day. Eat low-fat breads, cereals, crackers, rice, pasta, and
starchy vegetables (such as peas, potatoes, corn, winter squash,
and lima beans). These foods are high in the B vitamins, iron,
and fiber. They are also low in fat and cholesterol. Eat six or
more servings per day of grain products, including whole grains.
Grain products provide fibe