You are counseling a patient who has a family history of heart disease. Provide the patient with at least three nutrition recommendations that will optimize heart health.

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- Choose healthy fats over low-fat foods filled with refined carbohydrates.
- Consume omega-3 fatty acids at least two times a week.
-Avoid trans fats.
- Total fat intake and ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids are not predictors of heart health.
- Participate in 150 minutes per week of moderate or 75 minutes per week of vigorous exercise to positively impact low-density lipoprotein and high-density lipoprotein measures.

You Are Counseling a Patient Who Has a Family History