Who needs a heart healthy diet?
-Anyone! Specifically, those with any type of heart issue and those on anticoagulation therapy
What is a good breakfast option for the mediterranean diet?
Peanut butter banana english muffin
What is a simple tip for those with diabetes relating to meals and times?
Eating healthy meals at regular times!
Does protein or carbohydrates keep you fuller for longer?
Protein
What is the #1 thing that should be limited/watched with a heart healthy diet?
SODIUM!!!!
What are the benefits of a Mediterranean diet?
decreases the risk of a heart attack and stoke, good for brain health, good for blood sugar, BP, and cholesterol, decreases risk of cancer.
Why should you care about your blood sugar?
Diabetes can pop up in your life at ANY TIME! uncontrolled high blood sugar can lead to diabetes, and many other serious problems like nerve, kidney, and heart damage.
What should you refer to when tracking your calories, carbs, protein, sodium, and fats?
A nutrition label
What type of prepared foods should someone with a heart healthy diet be cautious with?
Canned items
What kind of meat should be limited when following the Mediterranean diet?
Red meat
What are the 2 main things that should be watched with diabetes?
carbs and sugar
What is a good healthy swap for mayo, sour cream, and sugary yogurts?
nonfat plain greek yogurt
What are some fats that are heart healthy?
olive oil, avocados, nuts and seeds
What kind of diet is it?
Plant-based diet, filled with healthy fats
What are some non-starchy vegtables?
broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, celery, eggplant, mushrooms
What are some exercises you can add to your routine that are easy on your joints and not hard on the body?
Chair exercises!
What is a good source of fiber with a heart healthy diet
Fruits and vegtables!
What food group should be avoided with a mediterranean diet?
baked goods/deserts
Sheet pan dinner!
What are some options for meal delivery?
moms meals, blue apron, factor 75, hello fresh