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Superfoods that have your Heart in Mind

http://www.facultystudent.com/2011/01/superfoods-that-have-your-heart-in-mind.htmlHeart disease is number one killer among both men and women in the United States . And though we all realize that eating nutrient-dense healthy foods help reduce the risk, we may not know which foods are the best choices to battle this deadly disease head on. The key is stepping up fiber and choosing unsaturated fats.  Eating unsaturated fats, like omega-3 fatty acids and olive oil, can help to reduce triglycerides.  And a diet rich in soluble fiber, which is often found in legumes and some fruits and vegetables, helps to decrease LDL cholesterol levels.