healthy heart beats
Healthy Heart Beats is a newsletter that focuses on a healthy heart message. It includes the following sections:
- Nutrition Research and Updates - selected nutrition research from peer-reviewed journals and other information, e.g. statistics, updated guidelines and health claims.
- Resources - recently released resources applicable to heart health knowledge and education.
- Did You Know? - short article written in question/answer format intended to provide clarification about a single topic related to heart health.
- Spotlight - brief resume and highlights of the work of a single individual who contributes to good nutrition for the general public and is either affiliated either with the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Colorado State University of works with Extension at Colorado State University at the county or state level.
- Dining a la Health - consumer-friendly tips to be used in everyday life to foster good nutrition and heart health.
April-June 2008 - Nutrition and Research Updates - Avoid Saturated and Trans Fats for Heart Health, Low-Fat Dairy Products, Calcium and Vitamin D Linked to Hypertension, DASH-Style Diet Lowers Risk for Cardiovascular Disease, Childhood Obesity Linked to Dietary Pattern, Abdominal Obesity and Cardiovascular Disease Mortality, Significant Others Role in Dietary Changes; Resources - Web Sites for Women's Health Research Information, Diet Quality of Americans, Eat Smart. Play Hard.™ Web Site for Educators, Health Calendar Observances and More, Modified MyPyramid for Older Adults; Did You Know...? I have heard a lot about antioxidants in the news. Are they good for me and should I take them in pill form or increase my fruit and vegetable intake?; Spotlight - Melissa Wdowik, Ph.D., R.D.; Dining a la Health - Meal Planning - Good for Your Health and Your Wallet
January-March 2008 - Nutrition and Research Updates - Effects of Whole Grains on Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors, Whole Grains May Lower Risk for Chronic Disease, FDA Proposes Limiting Omega-3 Claims for Products without Suitable Nutrient Level, Dietary Intake and the Development of the Metabolic Syndrome; Resources - "Focus on Health, Not Weight", MyPyramid, Community Health Resources, Overweight and Obesity in Children, Health and Nutrition Indicators, New Data Analysis from What We Eat in America, NHANES 2003-2004, Trends in the Health of Americans; Did You Know...? I know nuts have a lot of fat in them, but I read they are recommended for good heart health. I thought too much fat was bad for my heart. I am confused. Can you please help me?; Spotlight - Katie Rogers, M.S., R.D.; Dining a la Health - Omega-3 Claims May Be Confusing
October-December 2007 - Nutrition and Research Updates - Counseling on Healthy Dietary Fats Helps Kids Reduce Cholesterol, Pot Belly is an Indicator of Future Heart Disease, Healthier Foods do not Prevent Harmful Effects of Fast Food, Physical Activity and Public Health in Older Adults, Diet Foods May Contribute to Childhood Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome Linked to Soft Drink Consumption; Resources - Portion Size Quiz, Trust for America's Health Releases 2007 F as in Fat Report, Heart Healthy and Stroke Free: A Social Environment Handbook, Low Literacy Health Education Materials, Childhood Obesity Video, Instructional Materials for Adolescent and School Health; Did You Know...? I have been hearing a lot about the importance of increasing vitamin D to protect my heart health. What should I do to make certain I'm getting enough vitamin D?; Spotlight - Marisa Bunning, Ph.D.; Dining a la Health - Fruits and Vegetables can Boost General Health
July-September 2007 - Nutrition and Research Updates - Source of Fat Tied to Heart Disease Risk, A Diet Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids Can Lower Blood Pressure, Whole Grains Linked to Healthy Heart, Exercise Increases HDL-Cholesterol, Lower Salt Intake Reduces CVD Risk; Resources - Alliance School Beverage Guidelines Toolkit, Childhood Obesity Parameters Released, Revised Nutrition Activity Guide Available, Nutrition and Your Child Newsletter, Updated PowerPoint Presentations, Socialize and Eat Healthy, Flavonoid Database Updated; Did You Know...? I have recently heard that companies are offering genetic testing to determine the correct diet that I should be eating. Can you tell me more and if I should have these tests done?; Spotlight - Diane Wenzel, MS, RD; Dining a la Health - Easy Steps to Eating Healthy
April-June 2007 - Nutrition and Research Updates - Updated Guidelines for Women's Heart Health, Nutrition Information in Today's Popular Magazines: Is it accurate?, Frequent Nut Consumption May Contribute to Lower Weight Gain in Adults, Drinking Black Tea May Reduce the Risk of Coronary Heart Disease; Resources - A New Brand for Produce, Make Your Calories Count, Free Nutrition Handouts, Food Labels, Calculate Your Risk, Online Nutrition & Fitness Tracker, Updated Website, New Tool Computes Dietary Fat, Nutrition and Your Child Newsletter, What to Eat; Did You Know...? I have recently been diagnosed with an illness that requires prescription medication but now I seem to have some new symptoms. A friend has suggested that I include herbal supplements along with my medications. I am wondering if adding these supplements is a better 'treatment' of my illness than using just those prescribed by my physician. However, I am concerned about spending additional money since I am living on a fixed income in my retirement; Spotlight - Leslie Cunningham-Sabo, Ph.D., R.D.; Dining a la Health - Simple Ways to Eat Healthier in 2007; Healthy for You Recipes - Grilled Chicken & Vegetable Sandwiches with Cilantro Pesto, Mixed Kebabs, Grilled Fruit, Grilled Vegetable Quesadillas, Grilled Vegetable Medley with Balsamic Dressing
January-March 2007 - Nutrition and Research Updates - AHA's Year-End Statistics for Cardiovascular Disease Grim, Nuts Protective for Heart Health, Vegetable-Rich Low-Carb Diet Cuts Heart Disease Risk, Fish - A Heart Healthy Choice; Resources - AHA Launches New Magazine: "Heart Insight", Free Online Course: Fitting Fats into a Healthy Lifestyle, Exercise Guidance, Government Web Page Contacts, Source for Supplements, Osteoporosis and Soy Foods, Meal Time in Less Time, Football-Themed PowerPoint Teaches MyPyramid; Did You Know...? I am interested in making healthier food choices to help manage my weight. How do I compare food products to determine which ones are more nutritious?; Spotlight - Edie McSherry; Dining a la Health - Simple Ways to Eat Healthier in 2007; Healthy for You Recipes - Grilled Vegetable Muffuletta, Macaroni and Cheese with Spinach, Carrot Cake
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Updated Wednesday, May 07, 2008.
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