Once CO2 crosses the waterâs surface, the molecules gain a shell of water molecules and transfer from carbon dioxide gas, or CO2(g), to carbon dioxide in an aqueous solution, or CO2(aq). This process is very slow. Equilibrium. Not all CO2 molecules remain dissolved in water -- a fraction of them react with water to form carbonic acid, or H2CO3.
Use a small plate or bowl to help control your portions. Eat larger portions of low-calorie, nutrient-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables, and smaller portions of high-calorie, high-sodium foods, such as refined, processed or fast foods. This strategy can shape up your diet as well as your heart and waistline. Keep track of the number of servings you eat.
So even if your daily diet contains some heart-healthy fare like salmon and oatmeal, your heart could still be at risk. In honor of American Heart Month, we've rounded up some of the worst foods for your heart. Click through the slideshow of cardiovascular no-nos below to find out how to make them healthier parts of your daily diet.