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DASH eating plan lowers long-term heart attack risk, especially among African-Americans

The DASH diet reduced the estimated risk of having a heart attack in the next ten years by 18 percent when compared to a typical American eating plan, according to a new study. Both whites and African-Americans benefited from the diet, but African-Americans had the greatest benefit. Researchers provided all the food to the participants in this eight-week study.

Study: Omega-3 Fats May Not Help Heart-Attack Survivors

The heart-healthy fats known as omega-3 fatty acids may not reduce heart risk in patients who have already developed heart disease, a new study finds

Recipe scales back size of muffins but boosts the nutrition

In theory, a muffin should automatically promote portion control. But in recent years, the muffin has mushroomed into something approaching monstrous. The Star’s Carrot-Raisin Muffins knock things back down to a realistic portion size.

Blood Pressure-Lowering Diet May Also Reduce Risk of Heart Disease, Especially in African Americans

A new study suggests yet another reason for Americans to abandon their current fatty diets in favor of one rich in fruits and vegetables and low in saturated fat. Choosing these healthier options appears to significantly reduce the long-term risk of heart disease in patients with mildly elevated blood pressure, particularly African Americans.

A refresher course in the food pyramid

The original Food Guide Pyramid, released in 1992, has been updated and revised.