From February is National Heart Month:

The latest nutritional research shows we really are what we eat. Julie Upton, a registered dietitian and communications expert who specializes in nutrition and fitness, explains the science behind a heart healthy diet as well as why it can also help you lose weight. If, for example, you eat fruit or vegetables every 2 to 3 hours, you'll maximize your disease-fighting ability and lose weight too.

The Mediterranean Diet is a heart-healthy diet - click here to learn more.