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    Consumer Health: 3 heart-healthy diet myths

a collage of coconut oil, omega-3 supplements and eggs, depicting heart-healthy diet mythsDon't get tricked by these 3 heart-healthy diet myths
Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S. The food you eat can play a major role in your risk of developing heart disease. But three popular nutrition myths could steer you down the wrong path. Learn about the role of coconut oil, eggs and omega-3 supplements in your heart-healthy diet.

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