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Nuts and seeds for heart health

WEBNuts and seeds may be small, but they are packed full of goodness. Our review of the latest evidence shows why nuts and seeds are an important part of a heart-healthy diet. Eating …

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Is Butter Good For You

WEBThe link between a higher intake of saturated fats, elevated blood cholesterol and heart disease is well established. The current body of evidence supports replacing saturated …

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Five tips to make new habits stick blog

WEBIf we want to form new habits, we should make them obvious, attractive, easy, and satisfying. 2. We are more likely to form new habits when we clear away the …

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THE NATIONAL HEART FOUNDATION OF NEW ZEALAND

WEBA total of 38 grants, were awarded at the Heart Foundation’s Scientific Advisory Group meeting in July. The awards include six Project Grants, ten Fellowships and …

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Women and heart disease

WEBHeart disease is the leading cause of death in New Zealand women, but many people are unaware of this statistic because they believe it to be a 'man's disease'. Latest Ministry …

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The truth about sugar

WEBBased on our evidence paper 'Sugar and the heart' we recommend that for general healthy eating and for heart health, adults and children limit the amount of free sugar they eat or …

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Setting recovery goals after a heart attack

WEBSetting recovery goals. Goal setting is a great way to help with your recovery after a heart attack. It will also help you make important lifestyle changes that can ensure your future …

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What are the benefits of 10000 steps

WEBThere is good evidence to show that walking less than 5000 steps a day increases your risk of heart disease and other chronic health conditions. A large scale …

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Managing high blood pressure

WEBeat too much processed foods and salt. Many processed foods include a lot of salt. Too much salt makes your body store extra water which raises your blood pressure. drink …

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Understanding your pulse (heart rate)

WEBYou then need to calculate 50 to 70% of your MHR. For example, if you're 40-years-old: your approximate maximum heart rate is: 220 – 40 = 180 beats per minute. 50% of your …

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Seven ways to eat more seeds

WEBUse the following seven tips to help you get the health benefits from eating a wide range of seeds. 1. Stock your pantry with a variety of seeds so you have them on …

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Measure your waist

WEBWhat does my waist measurement mean? No matter what your weight is, it is recommended for your waist measurement to be 3:. Men: less than 94cm (37 inches) …

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The power of social connection

WEB5. Use social media in a positive way. Social media can be an excellent tool for connecting with others – as long as it’s used positively. When social media is used …

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Online courses for nurses. CPD.

WEB60 minutes towards CPD. Start course. This course provides a basic understanding of cardiovascular disease risk assessment (CVDRA) and management in primary care. It …

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Welcome to the New Zealand Heart Foundation

WEBHeart Foundation supports food companies to remove tonnes of sugar from staple low-cost foods. The Heart Foundation’s Food Reformulation programme has had a significant …

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The ultimate guide to a healthy canteen

WEBReshuffle your fridge and place plain water and low or reduced-fat milk at eye level so it is easily visible. You could also have some on display at the front counter. 3. …

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How to Eat for a Healthy Heart. Hindi translation

WEBThis is the Hindi translation of our Healthy Heart Visual Food Guide resource. This guide is based on a cardio-protective eating pattern and focuses on looking after your heart and …

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