The Truth about Heart-Healthy Diets

We debunk five myths about heart-healthy diets and give you truths you can take to heart. — Anne Cain, R.D., Senior Foods Editor, MyRecipes.com

Myth vs. Truth
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Myth vs. Truth

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, but the good news is that it can be prevented with lifestyle changes, particularly diet. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation about what we should be eating to keep our hearts beating. With the help of the experts, we debunk five myths about heart-healthy diets and give you truths (and recipes) you can take to heart.

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