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10 dietary tips to reduce heart disease and stroke risk, according to new research
10 key features of a heart-healthy eating pattern.The organization's new scientific statement, titled "2021 Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health" and published in the journal Circulation, emphasizes the importance of overall dietary pattern, rather than individual foods or nutrients, as well as underscores the critical role of nutrition.The features listed, the AHA said, can be adapted to accommodate certain factors including cultural traditions, food likes and dislikes and whether most meals are consumed at home or "on-the-go."According to the group, the statement reflects that a poor diet is strongly associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and death.RELATED: Want to lose weight? Cut back on the hours