(1 of 7) 7 Ways to Take Care of Your TickerHeart disease is the number one killer of women and men in the United States, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). The good news? Healthy eating and exercise habits can protect your heart - and even save your life. Find out how. -- Rachel Grumman
Focus on Friendly Fats Monounsaturated fats found in olive and canola oils as well as polyunsaturated fats such as omega-3 fatty acids in fish, flaxseed and nuts are all heart-friendly fats, according to Nieca Goldberg, MD, director of the New York University Langone Medical Center Women's Heart Program. Just don???t go hogwild on these healthier fats. ???They still contain calories so be prudent about your portions,??? she says. If you???re having walnuts or almonds for a snack, don???t eat more than 12 nuts.
