Asian diet doesn't prevent heart attacks
Can't live without your wok? You may be surprised to learn that an Asian diet doesn't prevent heart attacks. But don't worry: your stir fry also won't cause a heart attack. According to a study of dietary patterns in 52 countries reported in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, if you really want to decrease your chances of having a heart attack, you need to eat more fruits, veggies and legumes. "Researchers said that while some components of the Oriental [diet] may be protective, others such as the higher sodium content of soy sauces, may increase cardiovascular risk, neutralizing any relationship." The message is, just being a vegetarian isn't enough. You need to load up on the green stuff, and watch the sodium. Do you already do this, or do you often fill up on bread, pasta, and rice?
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Posted by: Chuisle | October 22, 2008 08:09 PM
The most important thing for humans to survive is a healthy heart, and if your heart is unhealthy, then your life is always at risk. Its really unfortunate that most of the Asians are unaware of the signs and symptoms of a heart attack. If they take care on their daily diets, they can easily prevent such problems. Your kind of posts makes them aware of food intakes. Thanks for the service.
Posted by: Jackson-diet | October 23, 2008 09:59 AM
Chappati are good which North Indian eat a lot of, but too much rice is obviously bad
Posted by: Anonymous | October 24, 2008 11:17 PM
Diet alone cannot guarantee good health. One has to practice Ashtanga Yoga for longevity.
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Posted by: Rajesh | December 6, 2008 01:59 PM