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Heart Healers:  Foods and Practices for a Healthy Heart By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | As we delve into the world of heart health, certain foods and practices help keep our hearts healthy. Our hearts work tirelessly to keep us going, so it’s only fair we give them some love back. From delicious foods to simple lifestyle adjustments, there are numerous options available. We must be mindful of what we eat and combine them with our diet. Let's explore how to keep our hearts happy and healthy. Heart-Healthy Foods 1. Fruits and Veggies Fruits and veggies are colourful powerhouses packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. You just need to aim for a variety of colours to maximise nutrients. Some heart-loving options that can be your heart healers include: Berries : When it comes to foods that both taste great and are great for your heart, the ...

  How to Keep Your Heart Healthy We know what is good and what is bad for our heart but keeping our heart healthy requires a combination of lifestyle choices and change of habits. Healthy heart practices need to be adopted and religiously followed. But with the right approach it is definitely achievable. Here are some effective strategies to keep your heart healthy: Eat a Heart-Healthy Diet: Following a healthy diet can be challenging for many reasons, but it’s definitely achievable with the right approach. Some common obstacles can be busy lifestyles as finding time to prepare healthy meals can be tough if you have a hectic schedule. Infact, not everyone has easy access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole foods. You also need to change long-standing eating habits, especially if comfort foods are a big part of your routine or you are fond of eating out. But you need to remember that sometimes, eating out or attending gatherings can make it harder ...

Who can develop heart disease By Monica Saxena | Wellness Blogger | Certified in Holistic Health & Nutrition | Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist | Anyone can develop heart disease if they are not careful enough after a certain age, about what they eat, when they eat, or the lifestyle they follow. Their daily routine, food, physical activities, or lack of them, and stress reflect on their health, and their heart is no exception. Heart disease is generally thought of as something that will affect older adults, or if it is in your family, you are bound to get it. However, the fact is that it can impact people of all ages and backgrounds. But it is advisable to understand who is at risk for prevention and early intervention. In fact, heart disease does not occur only due to a poor lifestyle. Lifestyle factors such as an unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption do significantly increase the risk; there are other factors invol...