Eating plant-based foods can help heart health, said Dr. Nour Makarem of Columbia University.
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Eating plant-based foods can help heart health, said Dr. Nour Makarem of Columbia University.
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Making these lifestyle changes reduce chronic disease, even if you have a genetic risk

Better health for your whole body can be broken down into just seven factors, according to a new study. Life’s Simple 7 is the American Heart Association’s guidelines for achieving and maintaining ideal cardiovascular health. The factors include not smoking, a nutritious diet, regular exercise, a healthy weight, optimal blood pressure, controlled blood sugar and well-managed cholesterol.