How to Use heart-healthy in a Sentence

heart-healthy

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  • Most of the fat in fish comes from heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 6 May 2023
  • The good news is, any step toward heart-healthy choices is a good one.
    Rebecca Jaspan, Mph, Rd, Health, 21 Nov. 2023
  • Invasive carp or copi are billed as a heart-healthy fish rich in Omega 3s.
    Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 9 Aug. 2023
  • He’s adopted more heart-healthy habits for himself, too.
    Julia Landwehr, Health, 22 Feb. 2024
  • This shift is terrific for our tickers—fish and seafood are rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fats—and for our taste buds.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2024
  • This heart-healthy nutrient can be found in dark chocolate, leafy greens, seeds and whole grains.
    Melanie Laughman, The Enquirer, 27 May 2023
  • Mixed Nuts Nuts are packed with heart-healthy nutrients, such as fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
    Jillian Kubala, Rd, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
  • The trick lies in finding a way to be consistent about following a heart-healthy diet.
    Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Researchers designed both diets to be balanced and heart-healthy.
    Kaitlin Sullivan, Health, 9 Dec. 2023
  • And get this: Salmon skin is actually home to a higher concentration of heart-healthy omega-3 fats than the flesh.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2024
  • Enjoy eleven grams of protein from almonds, cashews, sunflower seeds flaxseed, and chia - plus heart-healthy fats!
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 18 Mar. 2023
  • Nutrition Both types of crab are high in protein and low in fat and are a good source of heart-healthy omega 3 fats as well as the mineral zinc and vitamin B12.
    Coastal Living, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2024
  • In the meantime, maintain a heart-healthy lifestyle of exercise, healthy diet, and no smoking.
    Rachel Murphy, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
  • Smoked Salmon Breakfast Flatbread Salmon packs in protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids in this delicious take on lox bagels.
    Women's Health, 11 July 2023
  • Seed oils are mainly made up of unsaturated fats, and are high in heart-healthy omega-6 fatty acids and low in omega-3 fatty acids.
    Caitlin Owens, Axios, 28 Dec. 2024
  • Healthy fats, such as olive oil, are used in several of the Blue Zone regions and provide a slew of heart-healthy fatty acids and antioxidants.
    Good Housekeeping, 8 Sep. 2023
  • More information on living a heart-healthy lifestyle can be found here.
    Sarah Swetlik | Sswetlik@al.com, al, 28 Feb. 2023
  • The American Heart Assn. is including the product in its heart-healthy recipe collection.
    Laurence Darmiento, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024
  • But pushing yourself a bit can turn your stroll into a heart-healthy activity.
    Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 26 July 2023
  • Avocados are rich in fiber, heart-healthy fats, and other compounds that may help reduce cholesterol levels and the risk of heart disease.
    Lindsey Desoto, Health, 1 July 2024
  • Protect yourself against heart disease by doing these small heart-healthy actions.
    Essence, 15 Feb. 2024
  • For a heart-healthy source of nitrates, beets can be added to smoothies or roasted along with other seasonal vegetables.
    Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Researchers say the new study emphasizes the power of nutrition, and how intakes of heart-healthy foods can influence health outcomes.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 2 Aug. 2023
  • The previous rule set in 1994 had a cap on total fat, which excluded products with heart-healthy fat, such as avocados.
    Erika Edwards, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Women who follow a heart-healthy diet in middle age may be less likely to show signs of cognitive decline decades later.
    Sarah Garone, Health, 28 Oct. 2023
  • Today’s recipe for Minestrone Soup features lots of vegetables, which are essential for a heart-healthy diet.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 6 Jan. 2024
  • Sea moss is also full of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids that lower bad cholesterol levels while increasing healthy cholesterol.
    Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2023
  • Best Minerals for Heart Health Calcium, zinc, and selenium topped the study’s list of heart-healthy minerals.
    Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 8 Aug. 2024
  • Its other key nutrients include heart-healthy B vitamins and zinc, which also play a role in strengthening your bones.
    Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 3 Feb. 2025
  • Another way to do an end run around sodium is to get your crunch from veggies, which get extra points for also providing heart-healthy potassium.
    Michael Merschel/ American Heart Association News, Boston Herald, 9 Feb. 2025

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