This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.

Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.

Heart disease is a growing problem.

junk food

Shutterstock

But how exactly do food and your daily diet impact yourheart healthand risk of disease?

Read on to learn what the research says about eating habits that can contribute to heart disease.

And for more healthy eating tips check out6 Worst Snacks for High Blood Pressure.

eating salad

Shutterstock

To understand these better, it’s best to look at the common issues connected to heart disease.