New lifestyle and obesity guidelines will help patients with New Year's resolutions to improve health and lower cardiovascular risk

New lifestyle and obesity guidelines will help patients with New Year's resolutions to improve health and lower cardiovascular risk.

Diet consistent with the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) or Mediterranean diet works best to lower cardiac risk.

Have patients aim for more fruits and veggies, low-fat dairy, whole grains, poultry, and fish...and less red meat, sweets, and sugary drinks.