Types of Cholesterol, What Should We Know? There is only one type of cholesterol, but it is carried around the body by different ‘carriers’ (lipoproteins) that have different tasks. There are two types of carriers: LDL (low density lipoprotein) and HDL (high density lipoprotein). LDL-cholesterol Known [...]
What Should I Cut Back On My Diet? Cut back on junk foods, takeaways, and foods or drinks high in sugar, salt, saturated or trans fats Fill your plate with tasty and healthy foods from the main food groups, and cut back on less healthy foods and [...]
How Many Healthy Oils, Nuts and Seeds Can I Eat? This food group contains vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, avocado, olives and spreads based on these foods. Nuts, seeds, avocado, olives and healthy oils (other than palm and coconut oil), contain heart healthy poly- and mono-unsaturated fats. [...]
How Much Milk, Yoghurt and Cheese Can I Eat? This food group is a good source of calcium, protein and some carbohydrate. Calcium is important for bone health. Milk is one of our staple foods, and it can be found in most fridges around the country. [...]
How Many Protein Foods Can I Eat? This food group is a good source of protein, which the body uses for growth and repair. It also supplies iron, zinc and B vitamins. Eating legumes, fish (especially oily fish), and seafood also helps to support a healthy [...]
How Many Grain Foods and Starchy Vegetables Can I Eat? Grain foods and starchy vegetables are a staple food in New Zealand - choose the right type and amounts for your heart health. This food group is a good source of carbohydrate, which provides energy to [...]
How Many Vegetables and Fruit Can I Eat? It’s always nice to be able to recommend that people eat more of something, so here goes; eat more fruit and veg. In fact, eat lots! They’re full of good stuff to help look after the health of [...]
Eating For Your Healthy Heart There are many ways we can eat to support our heart health and all of them are simple variations on a common dietary theme. Here's what we recommend. What is a healthy diet? A heart healthy lifestyle involves healthy eating, [...]
Benefits of Balanced Diet It's hard not to feel confused by all the conflicting dietary advice, but aiming for a balanced diet is still the way to go. A balanced diet is a nutritious diet. It’s enjoyable, social, tasteful and part of a healthy lifestyle. It allows us [...]
How Stress Affect Our Immune System The stress connection Modern medicine, which once treated the connection between emotions and physical health with skepticism, has come to appreciate the closely linked relationship of mind and body. A wide variety of maladies, including stomach upset, hives, and even heart [...]
