I've
posted before we don't always think about our insides. We look at our
appearance on the outside and want to change it. We definitely
shouldn't be overlooking our heart health though. So below are some
tips to follow every day to keep you heart going strong!
Eat
healthy fats, NOT trans fats. Trans fats increase your risk of
developing heart disease or having a stroke. It clogs your arteries
and raises your LDL and lowers your HDL. We do need fats in our diets
though including saturated and polyunsaturated and unsaturated fats.
Good
dental hygiene, you should be brushing your teeth at least twice a
day and flossing! Dental health is a good indication of overall
health, including your heart. People with periodontal disease often
have the same risk factors for heart disease. Gum disease can move
into our bloodstream. So make sure you take care of your teeth!
Get
enough sleep! If you don't sleep enough your at a higher risk for
cardiovascular disease no matter your age or health habits. Studies
show that individuals that slept fewer than 6 hours per night were
about twice as likely to have a stroke or a heart attack than people
who slept 6-8 hours. They suggest 7-8 hours is optimal!
Don't
sit for a long time at one time. This is geared for anyone who stays
home or who has a sit down job. Studies show that people who sit for
long periods of time have a higher chance for cardiovascular disease
and blood clots. Tips, park further away than usual, get up at your
desk and walk in place, if you are at home and you watch a movie get
up and move for a little bit before sitting back down.
Avoid
smoking and second hand smoke! We all know smoking is bad for you, I
have no room to talk I battle it! Smoking can cause premature heart
disease, death, cancer, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and
more. It's just as bad as if you are a non smoker trapped near a
smoker.
Try
and follow these tips, there are also vitamins and supplements for
your heart and taking a baby aspirin every night doesn't hurt you
either.
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