Local cardiologist says a balanced diet can be a 'gamechanger'

A Co Cavan based consultant cardiologist says we all have to take responsibility when it comes to our diet.

Dr Gael Javert who is a cardiologist at Bon Secours Clinic Cavan says making excuses about being busy and living a hectic lifestyle is the easy way out.

He highlighted that 2/3rds of the population in Ireland are obese and the projection for 2030 is 'grim'.

Dr Javert says people have to be aware that processed foods can't be the norm and can't be eaten every day. He said diet is a way of life and is your lifestyle.

The Cavan based doctor says lifestyle adjustments are major in relation to preventing heart disease.