Heart and Stroke Foundation finding answers for life
The Heart and Stroke Foundation outlines ongoing research and public health efforts to combat cardiovascular disease and stroke. It stresses funding priorities, community outreach, and the goal of extending healthy life expectancy through prevention and innovative treatments.
Heart Month pledge drive and healthy weight tips
The Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation urges readers to pick up pledge forms after February 26 2007 at The Chetwynd Echo Office. The article outlines weight management steps including small steady loss of a pound weekly, eating more vegetables and fruit, choosing whole grains, reading nutrition labels, hydrating, moderating portions, and adding daily 30 to 60 minutes of activity to sustain heart health.
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Eating Out in Canada A Guide to Healthier Choices
Canadians eat out frequently with about 520 restaurant visits per year. Choose heart friendly options by asking about preparation, requesting dressings on the side, and substituting low fat sides. Opt for whole grain bread, vegetable soups, salads, and avoid high fat fried dishes while noting high sodium in pickled or soy sauces. Dessert should remain light with fresh fruit or sherbet, and rich desserts should be shared or enjoyed sparingly.
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