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One in four deaths from coronary heart disease (CHD) or stroke could be prevented each year, according to new evidence from the Health Research Board Centre for Diet and Health. Such an outcome requires everyone in Ireland to cut their salt, trans fat and saturated fat intake, and eat three more portions of fruit and veg per day.

Leading doctors have demanded a ban on the use of trans fats – chemically altered vegetable oils found in thousands of foodstuffs such as biscuits, ready meals and margarine – because of concerns they can damage health.

The majority of people enjoy chocolate. Some will nibble, others will devour an entire bar. It may taste good, but what about its effect on your health?

It is World Heart Day this Sunday September 26, and it’s a good time to take stock of your lifestyle and see if you are doing the best for your heart. Most dietary surveys show that we as a nation are still eating too much fat in our diets. Too many of us are carrying weight that our bodies were not designed to carry. All this is a recipe for disaster, and this is reflected in world statistics showing that people in Ireland are more likely to suffer from heart disease than in practically any other country on the globe.

First and foremost, it must be stated – fat is an important part of a healthy diet. The trouble is that not all fats are equally healthy! ‘Trans’ fats have recently been highlighted as an unhealthy type of fat, but many people are unaware of what foods contain this type of fat, and how best to avoid it.

Ireland’s leading manufacturer of biscuits, snacks, and cakes has announced a second reduction in the saturated fat content in three of its iconic McVitie’s biscuit brands.

We all know that this time of year is one that children look forward to for months. What to dress up as and where is best to go trick or treating? However, most of all what ‘goodies’ will I get? Are Hallowe’en ‘goodie bags’ all about junk foods or can we make them healthier?

The recession may be bad for your heart - that’s the warning from local heart charity Croí. It says because of the economic downturn people may opt for unhealthy processed foods which are often perceived as cheaper to buy.