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by Janet Little You may have heard of the old saying, “I love you with all my heart,” but sadly the leading cause of death in the United States is heart disease. Each year 700,000 people die of heart disease in the U.S. The good new is that you can improve your heart health by following some simple lifestyle choices. Nutrition: A healthy diet can improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels; it’s can also prevent obesity and diabetes, and improve immune response and reduce stress. Fruits and vegetables are high in potassium, which is essential for maintaining healthy blood pressure. Whole grains are important source of fiber, protein, and B vitamins that can help reduce homocysteine levels. Choose proteins low in fat and high in omega-3 oils, such as: salmon, cod, halibut, tilapia, snapper, and trout. Key diet tip DOs:
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Get Active Physical activities can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Aim for at least 30 minutes of some type of physical activity each day. Supplements for the Heart Garlic: a powerful antioxidant used to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure levels.* Co-Enzyme Q10: a powerful antioxidant that protects the body from free radical damage and helps preserve vitamin E. Vitamin E and CoQ10 are known to play a key role in healthy blood cholesterol levels.* Omega-3 fatty acids: essential fats necessary for optimal health, especially for the heart.* *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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