Heart disease is a leading cause of death, but it’s not inevitable. While you can’t change some risk factors — such as family history, sex or age — there are plenty of ways you can reduce your risk of heart disease.
Here are some general tips for maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system:
- Healthy Diet: Follow a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Limit your intake of processed foods, sugary drinks, and foods high in saturated and trans fats. Consider the Mediterranean diet, which has been associated with heart health benefits.
- Regular Exercise: Engage in moderate aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking, cycling, swimming, or dancing, for at least 150 minutes per week. Additionally, incorporate strength training exercises to improve overall fitness. Consult your doctor before starting any exercise program.
- Maintain a Healthy Weight: Achieve and maintain a healthy weight by adopting a balanced diet and regular exercise routine. Excess weight puts strain on the cardiovascular system.
- Manage Stress: Chronic stress can contribute to cardiovascular disease. Find healthy ways to manage stress, such as practicing relaxation techniques (e.g., deep breathing, meditation, yoga), engaging in hobbies, spending time with loved ones, and seeking support when needed.
- Quit Smoking: Smoking damages the blood vessels and increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Quitting smoking is crucial for improving cardiovascular health. Consult your doctor for assistance with smoking cessation programs.
- Limit Alcohol Consumption: Excessive alcohol consumption can contribute to high blood pressure and other heart-related issues. If you choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation (up to one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men).
Stay Hydrated: Drink an adequate amount of water throughout the day to maintain proper hydration, which supports cardiovascular health.
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For this, you must have:
INGREDIENTS
- a medium aubergine of about (160 g)
one liter of drinking water
a large lemon
five (5) garlic cloves (peeled)
PREPARATION
- Wash the eggplant well and cut it into slices and the garlic cloves into small pieces.
Squeeze the lemon correctly until the last drop of juice.
Bring the water to a boil then add the eggplant and garlic pieces.
Cook for about twenty five (25) minutes until the pieces are soft.
Turn off the heat and let sit for an hour.
Then filter the water and pour it into an opaque glass container.
Add the lemon juice, then mix.
DOSAGE
Drink during the day at least three glasses a day. ( morning noon and evening)
Renewed for two weeks
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