Working out helps with cardiovascular health and keeping a healthy heart, however what you put on your plate can also help substantially. Heart disease is prevelant in women and the more you know and the more you learn about diet and exercise will save you from being a statistic.
Here are a few foods you can eat up to help keep your heart healthy and keep you beautiful:
1. Oranges which have a sponge effect soaking up cholesterol in food and blocking it's absorption and aids with blood pressure control
2. Kale is rich in antioxidants, omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, folate, potassium and vitamin E and is often referred to as a superfood
3. Garlic helps to fight high blood pressure
4. Although I hate to admit it Red Wine! helps to prevent plaque however, one glass a day is the max as excessive drinking increases the risk of breast cancer.
5. Dark chocolate which improves blood vessel flexibility
6. Sardines contain good fats that reduce heart inflammation
7. Lentils contains fiber, folate, magnesium and potassium
8. Almonds reduce the absorption of cholesterol
9. Pomegranates can actually help reverse plaque buildup!
It is important to realize that exercise alone can not keep you healthy, your diet needs to be healthy too and rich in good wholesome foods to keep your insides looking just as great as the outside!
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