One of the main causes of heart disease and stroke is atherosclerosis or the blocking of arteries. Luckily, the artery-clogging process can be slowed down by changing your diet and lifestyle and, in some cases, doing this can even reverse the narrowing of arteries.
Making these dietary and lifestyle changes is even more important if you’ve already had a heart attack or a medical procedure (such as angioplasty, bypass surgery or carotid surgery) to restore blood flow to your heart or other areas of your body. In these cases, acting preventatively can also protect against restenosis, or the re-narrowing of your arteries.
Making these changes can be daunting and perhaps the easiest way to start is to always keep your heart in mind when you eat. Following a heart-healthy diet can help reduce total and LDL ‘bad’ cholesterol levels, lower blood pressure, lower blood sugars levels, and reduce body weight.
You will know, as well as I do, that most diets focus on what you CAN’T or shouldn’t eat. More often than not, this includes almost all your favourite foods! That’s why adding heart-saving foods to your diet instead of just cutting back on food that is less good for you, is a much better strategy for incorporating these healthy changes into your life.
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