HOW CAN I TAKE CARE OF MY HEART IN ANATURAL WAY?

01 Feb HOW CAN I TAKE CARE OF MY HEART IN ANATURAL WAY?

Heart disease, unfortunately, is very common. But just because you have heart disease – or risk factors for heart disease – does not mean that your health will be full of medication and surgery. There are many natural heart care options that you can incorporate into your daily routine to improve not only your cardiovascular health but also your overall health.

NATURAL HEART CARE

Maintaining good heart health naturally begins with CERTAIN SIMPLE LIFE CHANGES LIKE:

Eat a healthy diet.

Fill vegetables and fruits, reduce processed foods, and reduce your intake of unhealthy fats, refined sugars, and sodium (salt). Examine food labels, and keep an eye on cholesterol, which is a major cause of atherosclerosis (“blockage” of blood vessels) and heart disease. Add plenty of healthy fats – fish and nuts are good sources – and plenty of cereal.

Lower those extra pounds.

Obesity or overweight can greatly increase the risk of heart disease, and in many cases, overweight people will have other risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Obesity can increase your risk of other illnesses, including arthritis, diabetes, and even depression.

Exercise.           

Numerous studies have shown the important role of exercise in maintaining a healthy heart. Exercise improves your blood flow to your heart by getting the oxygen and nutrients you need to stay healthy. In addition, exercise makes it easier to lose a lot of weight, which can increase the risk of heart disease. And in the end, regular physical activity can help you even reduce stress, which has been linked to many other illnesses, including heart disease. You do not have to be an expert athlete to reap the benefits of exercise.

Stop smoking.                          

Smoking is bad in your heart, bad in your veins – bad for you. Quitting is not easy, but there are products and support groups – including those who “meet” online – to give you the help and motivation you need to succeed. Make it the first step in quitting.