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Feb. 2017 | Danielle McFeron RD, LD
Heart Health Month
February is Heart Health Month!
Cardiovascular disease is the
leading cause of death in the world.
Try these quick tips to keep your
heart happy and healthy!
Add Omega-3 Fatty Acids
EPA and DHA are two Omega-3 fatty acids
that have been shown to reduce the risk of
heart disease and lower triglycerides. Good
sources of Omega-3 fatty acids include:
• Salmon
• Tuna
• Almonds
• Flax Seed
• Olive Oil
Reduce Salt Intake
The American Heart Association
reccomends no more than 2300 mg of
salt each day. Reducing salt in your diet
helps reduce high blood pressure and risk
of heart attack. Instead of grabbing
packaged or processed food, try grabbing
fresh foods that have been seasoned with
lemon or lime.
Eat More Fiber
Fiber helps decrease
cholesterol levels and the risk for heart
disease. Fiber helps you feel full longer
and is a great source of B-vitamins. Fiber
rich foods include whole grains, fruits,
vegetables, beans, and legumes.
Heart Healthy Salad
1
Spinach
Choose a dark,
Arugula
leafy green veggie Kale
2
Pick your
lean protein
Grilled Chicken
Turkey
3
Mix it up
with fruit
Pears
Mandarin Oranges
Apples
4
Add a variety
of veggies
Carrots
Cucumbers
Broccoli
5
Whip in some
whole grains
Quinoa
Wild Rice
Whole Grain Pasta
6
Top with
light dressing
Lime
Avocado
Vinaigrette
Healthy for Life 20 by 20
Aramark and the American Heart
Association have partnered to reduce
saturated fats, sodium, and calories by
20% while also increasing vegetable, fruit
and whole grain usage on Aramark’s
menus by 20%. The impact is expected to
reach 10 billion meals served by the year
2020.
Feed Your Potential 365
In partner with American Heart Association,
Aramark encourages you to look for the Eat
Well leaf at our dining locations. Eat Well
selections are full of fresh, flavorful,
satisfying foods prepared in ways
that make eating well something to
look forward to.
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