It is easy to fall into the “well it is easier to eat this than have to change what I am currently doing.” But the truth of the matter is, the easy way is not the best. Finding the right information for a healthy heart is hard when there is a bunch of heart-healthy information thrown at you, but fear not, we have some great tips on how to improve your heart health, from credible health sources such as health.gov. Visit them and keep reading to learn more!
The truth of the matter is anyone with unhealthy diet and exercise habits could run the risk of having heart issues, which is why you must take steps to live a healthier and happier lifestyle. However, there are age groups that run a higher risk. Men over the age of 45 and women over the age of 55 are at higher risk according to healthline.com.
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To have a healthy heart, the first thing that you’ll need to consider is a heart-healthy diet. This includes consuming less junk and more soluble fiber (oats, barley, apple, etc.) It also means substituting those processed snack foods for a serving size of healthy fats like nuts.
Make Time for Sleep & Relaxation
It seems very intuitive but sleep and relaxation are two very important factors in how to keep your heart healthy. A restful body is a healthy body. Having less sleep increases your blood pressure and inflammation. Take a few moments a day to free up your mind and body. Practice giving yourself time to have hobbies that relax you, (music, fishing, yoga, aromatherapy, etc.) Remember, give yourself time to decompress.
Did you know that the bacteria found in your mouth are linked to heart disease? Flossing and brushing your teeth have been shown to decrease your risk for heart diseases and keep your overall body healthier. Don’t forget to take those two morning and evening minutes to help keep you healthy.
If you have a sweet tooth and are trying to have a heart-healthy diet don’t worry, there are alternatives to getting your sweet fix. Dark chocolate contains heart-healthy flavonoids and having a square or 2 is good for your health. Pro-tip: if you are looking for a frozen treat, try freezing your chocolate, it also helps with portion control.
You know that old saying, “if you don’t use it you lose it”, well that applies to your heart too. To keep your heart healthy, it is important to get daily exercise. That doesn’t mean you need to hit the gym hard every day, do things that make you happy like dancing, walking exercise, golfing, etc. If you want to go to the gym and pump iron or use the machines, go for it, just know exercise comes in all shapes.
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“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:19 (ESV)