Dr. Pianko - Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease

Leonard Pianko Cardiologist Miami, FL

Dr. Leonard Pianko is a cardiologist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Pianko specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Pianko... more

A Good Diet To Avoid Heart Disease

Eating healthier can increase your chances of avoiding heart disease. You should aim for 2-3 servings of nuts, seeds, vegetables and fruit, Certain fish are also great for you, so once or twice a week try to eat oily fish such as tuna, salmon, herring, mackerel, trout, or sardines. Of course, you should limit your salt and alcohol intake as well.

You want to avoid refined grains and sugar. Saturated fatty acids and partially hydrogenated oils are also not good for you. Limit fresh red meat consumption to 2-3 servings per week and avoid processed meat altogether. And stay away from soda!