Eating more fruits, veggies, whole grains, nuts, and beans is linked to a lower chance of heart disease and dying from it—probably because these foods help lower bad cholesterol, reduce blood...

From: Cardiovascular Disease Prevention by Diet Modification: JACC Health Promotion Series.

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Eating more fruits, veggies, whole grains, nuts, and beans is linked to a lower chance of heart disease and dying from it—probably because these foods help lower bad cholesterol, reduce blood...

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Higher intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and legumes is associated with a 20–31% lower risk of cardiovascular disease incidence and mortality, likely due to their fiber, phytonutrients, and unsaturated fat content that improve lipid profiles, blood pressure, and inflammation.

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Study: Cardiovascular Disease Prevention by Diet Modification: JACC Health Promotion Series.

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