Diet Tips To Boost Heart Health
Food
By Atharv Sharma
Published Mar 07, 2023
Hindustan Times
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Control portion size
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How much you eat is just as important as what you eat. To prevent overeating, you can use a small plate or bowl to help control your portion size
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Consume whole grains
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Dietary fibre and other nutrients present in whole grains help to control blood pressure and maintain heart health
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Limit unhealthy fats
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Reducing your consumption of saturated and trans fats lowers cholesterol levels and your risk of coronary heart diseases
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Reduce salt intake
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A heart-healthy diet should limit salt consumption since too much salt can increase blood pressure, a risk factor for heart disease
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Eat more fruits and vegetables
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Vegetables and fruits are low in calories and rich in dietary fibre which can keep the heart healthy and mitigate the risk of a heart attack