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Diet & Health

Resources

Here are some great resources to learn about developing a healthy eating plan:

American Heart Association
American Diabetes Association
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Women's Heart Foundation
American Podiatric Medical Association - also includes information on the benefits of walking as well as foot health

No doubt about it, there are a lot of diet programs out there to choose from. Those with staying power emphasize finding an overall healthy diet that's not only good for your body, but that you can sustain over the long haul. Most doctor-recommended diets focus on a good balance of lean proteins, whole grains, and fruits and vegetables, while keeping fat at around 30% of daily calories and making sure that your overall diet is low in both saturated fat and cholesterol.

Contrary to what some believe, it really is possible to have a healthy diet made up of foods you'll enjoy eating. The key is to focus on a lifetime of good health, and that involves both a good diet and a good exercise program. Click here for some guidelines and easy ways to incorporate healthy eating into your daily life.