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Tips to Prevent Heart
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* DO NOT SMOKE |
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Smoking restricts
the circulation of blood and at the same time
increases your body's requirement for vitamins
A, C and E. It can also increase blood pressure
and cause irregular heartbeats. |
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* REDUCE THE INTAKE OF CAFFEINE |
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Coffee, tea and chocolate contain caffeine. They
should be taken in moderation. Limit yourself to
two cups of coffee a day. |
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* EAT A HEALTHY DIET |
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Eat a diet high in fresh fruit and vegetables or
one that is high in fibre. Reduce the intake of
red meat or diets high in animal fat. This can
help to prevent the hardening of arteries which
is one of the main causes of high blood
pressure, strokes and heart disease. |
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* LIMIT THE CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL |
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Alcohol should be taken in moderation. Excessive
intake of alcohol can lead to the hardening of
the liver and other heart ailments. |
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* LEAD A LESS STRESSFUL LIFE |
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Stop worrying and learn to relax. People who are
aggressive and impatient have a higher incidence
of heart disease. Take up a hobby and make time
for yourself. |
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* EXERCISE |
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You need to exercise 15 to 20 minutes three
times a week to lead a healthy life. Exercise
helps you to relax and is a great way to manage
stress. |
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* MAINTAINING THE CORRECT BODY WEIGHT |
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Try and maintain the correct body weight
relative to your height. Being overweight
reduces your fitness and increases the load on
your heart. |
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* SUPPLEMENT DIET WITH GOOD FAT |
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Supplement
your diet with good fats such as fish oil and
evening primrose oil. These oils provide
essential fatty acids that can protect against
the development of heart disease. |
