Make heart health a priority in your journey to whole-body wellness!
Our partners at Corporate Wellness Nutrition shared their advice on how to make decisions to improve your heart health. These tips from a registered dietitian will help you get on the right track to maintaining your health.
1. Focus on Fiber
Add in beans, barley, pears, and oats to get a dose of heart-healthy soluble fiber each day.
2. Give Potatoes A Chance
Baked or roasted potato with the skin on has about 25% of your daily value of potassium which is important for maintaining healthy blood pressure. Roast with garlic and Italian seasoning for flavor and top with a dollop of low-fat plain Greek yogurt for a low-sodium, heart-healthy side!
3. Snack Smart
Eat a 1 oz serving of nuts and or seeds as a snack. They are filling, full of heart-healthy ingredients such as fiber and omega-3s, and provide crunch!
4. Participate In Meatless Monday
Try a meatless meal once per week. Tofu, edamame, or tempeh are some great options to try for a protein-rich, cholesterol-free meal that is also low in saturated fat.
5. Increase Your Intake of Omega 3s
Explore adding omega-3 rich fish into your diet; fresh/ frozen or even canned! Fish such as salmon, albacore tuna, sardines, or trout are some examples of high omega-3 fish. If you absolutely hate fish, talk to your registered dietitian about supplements that may be appropriate for you.
Y Members - Meet with a Registered Dietitian Today!
Did you know Y members can meet with our partners at Corporate Wellness Nutrition?
- One-on-one, virtual sessions you can schedule at any time that works for you
- 100% covered under many insurance plans
- Available to spouses and dependents
- Simple Sign Up Process
To learn more, Y members can login with their member barcode below. Click the Lifestyle tab at the top of the page and then select Nutrition Counseling.
Tips and recipes presented by our partners at Corporate Wellness Nutrition.
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