Heart Health
The heart has the important job of pumping blood, nutrients, and oxygen throughout the body. The heart includes a complex system of veins and arteries; many factors can affect how it works. Learning about blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes management as well as the benefits of physical activity, stress management and smoking cessation can benefit heart health.
Nutrition is an important part of managing these conditions and keeping the heart healthy. Click on the links below to learn more about how to start making small changes to eating habits to promote heart health:
Some specific eating styles have been studied to benefit heart health:
If you interesting in learning more about managing your heart health talk to your doctor or health care provider about getting a referral to a Registered Dietitian (see links below).
Supports and Resources
- Heart and Stroke Foundation
- Unlock food.ca: Heart Health
- Canada's Food Guide: Tips for Healthy Eating
- Smoker's Helpline
- Dial-a-dietitian
- Find a dietitian in Winnipeg
Are you interested in group education?
Health Management Group Program Guide offers a variety of session to help prevent and manage diabetes, heart health and so much more.
