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Life's Essential 8 comprises two major areas: Health Behaviors and Health Factors

By Dr. Ayat · August 22, 2026
Life's Essential 8 comprises two major areas: Health Behaviors and Health Factors
1. Eat Better
Aim for an overall healthy eating pattern that includes whole foods, lots of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, nuts, seeds, and cooking in non-tropical oils such as olive and canola.

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