Eating Well

Eating well isn't just good for your waistline: It's also crucial for your health and the health of your family. One recent study published in the journal Circulation of more than 72,000 women found those who followed a "prudent" diet (high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish and poultry) were 28 percent less likely to die from cardiovascular disease and 17 percent less likely to die prematurely of all causes. Those who were on a "Western" diet (lots of red meat, processed meat, refined grains, fried foods and sweets) had a 22 percent higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease and a 21 percent higher risk of premature death from all causes.