February Issue 2024
This month the theme of our issue is Young at Heart. February is here and that means heart health month is too! In this issue of NutriNews we focus on nutrition and heart health. Lifestyle and nutrition play a significant role in our health, especially when it comes to the heart.
This month the theme of our issue is Young at Heart. February is here and that means heart health month is too! In this issue of NutriNews we focus on nutrition and heart health. Lifestyle and nutrition play a significant role in our health, especially when it comes to the heart.
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F O O D S R I C H I N P O T A S S I U M<br />
Understanding the significance of potassium in<br />
cardiovascular health prompts a closer look at<br />
potassium-rich foods. Incorporating these into<br />
one's diet can be a practical and enjoyable way<br />
to enhance heart health. Some notable sources<br />
include:<br />
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Vegetables:<br />
Potatoes<br />
Tomatoes<br />
Spinach<br />
Beans<br />
Peas2<br />
Fruits:<br />
Bananas<br />
Oranges<br />
Strawberries<br />
Avocados<br />
Dried fruits (raisins, apricots,<br />
prunes, and dates)2<br />
Other Sources:<br />
Dairy products<br />
Whole grains<br />
Meat<br />
Fish2<br />
Beverages:<br />
Orange juice2<br />
References:<br />
1. How too little potassium may contribute to cardiovascular disease. National Institutes of Health (NIH). Published October 23, 2017.<br />
https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/how-too-little-potassium-may-contribute-cardiovasculardisease#:~:text=Previous%20studies%20have%20shown%20that<br />
2. Hoffman M. How Potassium Helps Your Heart. WebMD. Published October 27, 2008. https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/potassiumand-your-heart
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