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February Heart Month: Keep it healthy
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February is a month dedicated to the heart – in more ways than one. This is the time to celebrate love and give your sweetheart a valentine. This is also the month to wear red and call attention to prevention of the No. 1 killer of women – heart disease.
Be aware of women’s No.1 killer
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(Distributed 01/31/08) February is American Heart Month. Women will again “Go Red for Women” by wearing something red or a special pin to raise awareness of heart disease, women’s no. 1 killer.

Vitamin C Acts As Anti-inflammatory Agent In Men
In the past, cardiovascular disease was thought to be caused by diet alone, but today health experts are beginning to realize that it is in part due to inflammation of blood vessel walls. A large study was done in England showed that foods rich in vitamin C can lower levels of inflammatory markers in their blood stream.
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Soy Helps Build Bones
In societies that consume soy products, the populations have a lower incidence of osteoporosis. The soy components thought to be responsible for this are the isoflavones genistein and daidzein.
Control High Blood Pressure With Diet
May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month, sponsored by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, to help educate people about the importance of preventing and treating high blood pressure.
Yet Another Study Points to Obesity
A new study shows that Americans consumed more calories over the past 30 years. This points to the increase in overweight and obesity in the United States.
Youth Overweight Trend Confirmed
Being overweight is a fast-growing health issue affecting children and adolescents. Many causes contribute to the problem, says LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Heli Roy.
Carotenoids Protect Against Heart Disease in Women
Eating foods rich in antioxidants is one part of a diet and exercise program that protects against chronic diseases, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Heli Roy. A recently published study bears out this claim.
Fresh Fruit, Veggies Good for Your Heart, Says LSU AgCenter Nutritionist
"Try to add more fresh fruit, juice and a variety of vegetables in your diet to improve your health and reduce heart disease risks," urges LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Heli Roy. The USDA Food Guide Pyramid recommends 2-3 servings of fruits and 3-4 servings of vegetables daily.
DASH to Lower High Blood Pressure
A new eating plan can help reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke by lowering blood pressure. DASH - Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension - is rich in low-fat dairy foods, fruits and vegetables.
Tomatoes Valuable Antioxidant Source
Americans each eat more than 16 pounds of fresh tomatoes a year and consume the equivalent of 79 pounds in processed tomatoes annually. Tomatoes are a rich source of antioxidants, including vitamin C and lycopene, according to LSU AgCenter nutritionist Dr. Beth Reames.
Infancy Weight Gain Foretells Adulthood Obesity
The problem of weight gain is increasing in the United States, with more than 60 percent of population now overweight and more than 30 percent obese. Among African-Americans, obesity rates are even higher.
Seafood Oil Protects Against Heart Disease
Dietary fat is important in determining cardiovascular health and risk of heart disease development. Some fats actually help protect against heart disease.
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