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- Fish for Women’s Hearts
Eating plenty of heart-healthy fish can lower women’s risk of heart failure – but only if it’s cooked right. The benefit to cardiac health was seen in women who consumed five or more servings of fish a week compared to women who ate less than one serving of fish per month. These findings come from research that followed more than 84,000 postmenopausal women participating in the Women’s Health Initiative for an average of 10 years. The investigators found the method of preparing fish was just as important as the kind of fish eaten. Consuming even one serving of fried fish per week was linked to a 48 percent increase in the risk of heart failure among the women. The study suggested that the women who reported eating more baked and broiled fish (a recipe to try: Lemon Baked Halibut) tended to be healthier than women who ate fried fish. What’s more, they were more physically active and fit, better educated, less likely to smoke and less likely to have diabetes, high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. The study was published in the May 24, 2011 issue of Circulation: Heart Failure.Watch out for these 3 Fish to Avoid!
- 4 Reasons to Eat Watermelon
A summertime favorite, watermelon is more than just a refreshing afternoon snack – it has health benefits, too. Watermelon is:- Low in calories
- Rich in antioxidants
- A good source of vitamins C, A, B6 and B1
- A good source of the carotenoid lycopene, which may help reduce the risk of prostate and other cancers
It is also versatile, lending its sweet flavor and crisp texture to everything from tomatoes to cheese. When choosing, look for a hefty, symmetrical, unblemished melon. A creamy yellow spot on the bottom indicates ripeness. Add this colorful fruit to your summer menu for a healthy way to cool off – perfect for any hot day!
Or try watermelon in this refreshing Summer Melon Soup!
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