CLEAR ARTERIES, HAPPY HEART Our health is a reflection of our diet. We are what we eat, and when we eat foods high in fat and sodium, the risk of developing clogged arteries, high blood pressure and cardiovascular illness significantly increases. Knowing which foods to eat to improve heart health could be tough. A recent article from naturallivingideas can help. The article outlines 21 foods that naturally unclog arteries. The foods have healthy fats, antioxidants and soluble fiber, which are great for your heart and also help with hormone production and nutrient absorption and help keep your hair and skin healthy. Some foods and drinks that could boost heart health are broccoli, cinnamon and coffee. For example, broccoli is packed with vitamin K, which helps prevent hardening of the arteries. The vitamins and antioxidants in broccoli also could prevent oxidation of bad LDL cholesterol, which can lead to serious heart conditions. Cinnamon also could reduce the risk of heart disease. Just one tablespoon of ground cinnamon per day could reduce cholesterol levels and clear and prevent plaque build-up in arteries. Cinnamon also is full of antioxidants, which could improve heart health by protecting blood from damaging oxidation. Studies also have found that coffee is good for cardiovascular health. Drinking between 8 and 16 ounces of coffee per day can reduce the risk of heart disease by 20%. However, over-consumption of caffeine could raise blood pressure and heart rate, which could lead to more serious problems. So it’s best to limit the caffeine to two cups per day for the most benefit. For an even greater benefit, add some antioxidant-rich cinnamon to your coffee for a tasty, heart-healthy pick-me-up. Check out the article from naturallivingideas for more foods to keep your arteries clear and your heart healthy. Live well. ~Stephanie M. #hearthealth #exercise #nutrition #diet #coffee #caffeine #cinnamon #fruitsandveggies #awareness #cko #kickboxing CKO Kickboxing Warwick Vinyasa YOGA at CKO Warwick @CKO Sabrina @Bryan Caballero
Posted on: Tue, 16 Sep 2014 13:00:01 +0000
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