 Eating Well
- Gives you more energy to do the things you enjoy
- Gives you a sense of well being and helps you reach or maintain a healthy weight
- Gives you more control over your health
Heart Healthy Eating
Ask about Food Steps, a self-taught program for healthy eating with an emphasis on the reduction of dietary fat.
Take a look at our Heart Healthy Eating Resources.
Check out the rest of The Whole Hearted Living, The Oxford Heart Health Network website.
Most adult Canadians eat too much fat. Eating patterns that are higher in fat are associated with a higher risk of heart disease. The strongest link is between saturated fat intake and heart disease. Some fat in the diet is necessary for good health. Fat provides twice the energy of either protein or carbohydrates. Recent trends show Canadians enjoying more starchy foods, such as whole wheat bread, brown rice, pasta, potatoes, legumes, fruits and vegetables, while cutting back on fat.
Take every opportunity to eat well, by following these heart healthy eating tips:
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