Pure Plates Blog — heart healthy

How to know if you’re eating too much salt

by Allison Tallman on

Salt is in all of the food that we eat and is a nutrient that our body needs. But what are the consequences of too much salt? Learn more in our recent article about how to tell if you're eating too much salt. Read more

How Much Fiber Should You Consume?

by Allison Tallman on

According to NCBI research, 95% Americans in the United States don't consume adequate fiber intake. this article, we dive deeper into how much fiber you need per day, why fiber is important, and examples of high fiber foods. Read more

Focusing on Heart Health With Pure Plates

by Allison Tallman on

Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in the United States. Let Pure Plates help you to take away confusion around healthy eating by supplying you with the meals and snacks to meet your nutritional needs! Read more

Low Potassium: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

by Allison Tallman on

What is potassium and what does it do for our body? What foods, outside of bananas, have potassium in it? How do I know if I'm getting enough potassium? Find out more in this article on potassium by Pure Plates! Read more

Foods to Clean out your Arteries

by Allison Tallman on

Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States. Protect your arteries (and therefore your heart!), with these simple nutrition tips. Read more