Eating the right foods is important, especially when you have heart disease. A heart-healthy diet and physical activity help you maintain good health and reduce your risk of future heart problems. Good nutrition and weight control are a crucial part of your treatment plan because they help reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.

The right foods and regular physical activity help you:

• Make better use of the food you eat.
• Control blood sugar.
• Lower blood cholesterol.
• Control blood pressure.
• Lose weight and avoid gaining weight.