According to a recent study conducted by The American Heart Association, Americans are eating way too much salt. The good thing is we don’t have to do much to fix that. All you need to do is take out 3 grams a day on our salt intake. That’s basically nothing if you shave off a little bit with each meal you eat. Just by cutting back this small amount of salt, you are significantly reducing risks of a heart attack and high blood pressure. Even if you are able to take off 1 gram of salt a day, the effects on your heart are still strong.
Navel Oranges
Navel Oranges aren’t just good for boosting your immune system with their Vitamin C, but can allow your body to absorb more iron. With high amounts of fiber, they also help improve your cholesterol and lower your risk of heart disease.
Salmon
Consuming foods containing Omega-3 Fatty Acids can also keep your heart beating longer. Omega-3 has been found to prevent blood clots that cause many strokes and reduce risk of heart disease. Salmon contains a significant amount of this fatty acid, making it a great dinner idea for the family. If you don’t enjoy Salmon, Albacore Tuna, Herring and Lake Trout have also shown high levels of Omega-3 Acids.
Asparagus
Asparagus is a great food to eat and coincidentally, goes great with Salmon. The list of health benefits by consuming this vegetable are endless. Its a great source of potassium, rich in fiber and helps detoxify your entire body. If you have high blood pressure, this is a great choice to eat as a side dish at dinnertime.
Flax Seeds
Although Omega-3 is mostly found in fish, Flax Seeds contain amounts of this same acid. We have Flax Seeds available in our Fruit Nut and Candy section, located in our produce departments. Altering your diet to be on your way to a healthy heart can really be this easy. Did we mention Omega-3 may also prevent stress? We think its safe to say, all of us could benefit from that.
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