Natural and organic food retailer Wild Oats Markets is to run an event promoting a range of heart-healthy foods in all its Wild Oats and Nature's stores across the US.

The event, called Indulge Your Heart's Desire, will take place on Saturday 9 February is designed to tie in with national Heart Health Month in the US, and will give consumers a chance to taste natural and organic heart-healthy recipes and menu items, as well as to learn about the types of foods and supplements which promote heart health.

Among the products being promoted will be vitamin A-rich vegetables and nuts, multigrain bread and heart healthy olive oil, tofu salad and prepared seafood dishes.

"Our customers look to Wild Oats as a resource for products and education that promote health and well being, so we wanted to provide an event that put a different spin on Valentine's Day by promoting cardiovascular health as well as the emotional side of heart happiness," said Terry Maloy, chief marketing officer for Wild Oats.