Heart Healthy Diet

Dr. Dean Edell: Sharon Kane works hard to keep her weight down. Sharon Kane: I'm probably 5-7 pounds away from my goal. Dr. Dean Edell: She exercises good habits everyday, not just on her treadmill. Sharon Kane: I've already done my milk. Dr. Dean Edell: But at her computer. Sharon Kane: Here I've clicked on strawberries and you can do quantity, add it to the log. Dr. Dean Edell: She uses an online program to keep track of what she eats and how much she exercises. Ellen Haas: The Internet makes it easy and enjoyable to maintain a healthy diet. Dr. Dean Edell: For many people, it's a matter of convenience and having the support when and where you need it most. Ellen Haas: Having availability 24x7 makes a huge difference. Rather than getting up in the middle of the night and going to the refrigerator, it's an opportunity to check out some information. Dr. Dean Edell: Sites can provide immediate access to recipes developed by award winning chefs who practice heart-healthy cooking. Beware of sites that make quick weight loss promises. Experts say the key is finding a plan that works within your life. Ellen Haas: You need to really have a plan that make sense and solutions that are practical and you need to have fun in order to really see weight loss changes. Dr. Dean Edell: I'm Dr. Dean Edell.