10 foods determining your risk of heart disease

10 foods determining your risk of heart disease

According to a new study, it looks like there are 10 influential foods that could make or break your risk of heart disease.  Ten foods that are attributed to almost half of all heart disease deaths in the United States. Research conducted at Tufts Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy came up with this list after reviewing 16,000 individual’s surveys from 1999-2012.  During that time span, the participants kept food diaries of what they ate and then were followed during that time to assess their health.

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Unexpected foods to help you lose weight

Unexpected foods to help you lose weight

It’s no secret that losing weight isn't easy; in fact, it can be downright frustrating. Contrary to popular belief, weight loss is not just about exercising vigorously or eating a diet of solely fruits and vegetables. Whether it’s because they speed up your metabolism or because they keep you feeling full, there are some foods that can help you lose weight, despite not being considered “healthy.”

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