Heart and Stroke Foundat ion of Manitoba (HSFM) nutrition managers are encouraging Manitobans to eat together as a family as part of a heart-healthy lifestyle. Healthy eating plays a vital role in the prevention of heart disease and stroke. Studies show that children who sit down to eat dinner with their families tend to eat
Make Mealtime Family Time For A Healthy Heart
Canadian Sodium Consumption Reaching Dangerous Levels
Excessive sodium intake may contribute to the premature death of more than 30 Canadians a day. “The average Canadian eats double the amount of sodium he or she needs each day which can lead to high blood pressure – the No. 1 risk factor for stroke and a major risk factor for heart disease,” says