5 Simple Steps To Better Heart Health


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Where all know people that have high blood pressure and possibly heart disease. Maybe you are struggling with this health challenge in your own life. We have put together a few simple things you can do to help improve your heart health.

 

Reduce Your Salt Intake: According to an article from the Mayo Clinic, eating too much salt can contribute to high blood pressure which is a risk factor for heart disease. The American Heart Association recommends no more than a teaspoon of salt per day. We recommend switching out your white salts for a healthier salt. A few healthier options for salt are Sea Salt or Himalayan salt.  So if you love salt, switch to a healthier version for better heart health.

 

Eat More Avocados: A step you can take for a healthier heart is to eat healthy fats. Avocados are loaded with healthy fats and heart-healthy nutrients. According to Healthline.com, avocados contain a healthy fatty acid called oleic acid which is a monounsaturated fatty acid that helps the body with inflammation. Studies have also shown that avocados are also known for Lowering LDL Cholesterol, and Increasing HDL (Good Cholesterol).

 

Get A Better Night Sleep: You may have heard that getting a good night’s sleep is important for a healthy body. A recent article on WebMD.com stated that young to middle-age adults that slept for seven hours per night had less calcium buildup in their arteries than people that slept five hours or less or nine hours or more. Good quality sleep leads to a healthier heart.

 

Floss Those Pearly Whites: According to an article on ClevelandClinic.org, taking care of your teeth and gums can help reduce heart disease. Studies have shown that bacteria in the mouth that cause gum disease can get into the bloodstream and cause an elevation in C-reactive protein which is a marker for inflammation in the blood vessels. This could increase your risk of heart disease.

 

Count Your Blessings: As hectic as life can get, what would your life and health be like if you take a moment each day to count your blessings. According to a Harvard article, positive emotions have been linked to better health and greater well-being. This article mirrors the fact that negative emotions like chronic anger and worry contribute to high blood pressure and heart disease. The old saying of “don’t worry, be happy” might just make you healthier.

 

These are just a few tips to help you live a better quality of life. There are many more things you can do to reduce the risk of heart disease and other heart-related issues. Start small and build these tips into your daily life allowing you to create habits for better health.

 

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