{"id":203312,"date":"2025-02-20T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.partner.co\/wellness-products-recipes\/"},"modified":"2025-02-20T11:48:23","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T11:48:23","slug":"wellness-products-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.partner.co\/en-gb\/wellness-products-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Foods & Habits for Your Heart\u2019s Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Heart Health Month is here, and that means it\u2019s the perfect time to focus on giving your heart a little extra love! With<\/span><\/span><\/span> cardiovascular disease the leading killer worldwide,1<\/sup> it\u2019s vital to take your health to heart.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Multiple studies suggest that<\/span><\/span><\/span> some heart diseases<\/span><\/span><\/span> may be prevented and even reversed with diet and lifestyle.2<\/sup><\/span><\/span><\/span> This means we can all do something to have more control over our well-being, so we\u2019ve gathered the latest insights to help you take charge of your heart health!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6 Heartfelt Nutrition Sources<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

These six<\/span><\/span><\/span> Body Balance<\/span><\/span><\/span> System<\/span><\/span><\/span>-approved foods <\/span><\/span><\/span>are a powerful ally<\/span><\/span><\/span> for a healthier lifestyle:<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. <\/span><\/span><\/span>Leafy Greens<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Greens, such as spinach, kale and Swiss chard, are packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. High in dietary nitrates, they help improve arterial function (preventing plaque from clogging arteries) and lower blood pressure.3<\/sup><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2<\/span><\/span><\/span>. Berries<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and cranberries are loaded with antioxidants, which can reduce oxidative stress. Scientific studies also show berries improve artery function and lower elevated LDL (bad) cholesterol.3<\/sup> You could say they are \u201cberry\u201d good for your heart! And you\u2019d be right! <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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3<\/span><\/span><\/span>. Nuts and Seeds<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Go ahead \u2014 go nuts for heart health! Nuts and seeds are excellent sources of heart-healthy fats, fibre and plant-based omega-3s. They\u2019re perfect for a snack or as a topping on your favourite meals, and they may even help improve blood vessel function and protect against heart disease.3<\/sup><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4<\/span><\/span><\/span>. Avocados<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Full of monounsaturated fats, avocados are \u201cheart-y\u201d and healthy. They help reduce LDL cholesterol levels (the bad kind) while boosting HDL cholesterol (the good kind).4<\/sup><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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5. Whole Grains<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Eating whole grains, such as oats or quinoa, may lower atherosclerosis risk.5<\/sup> A study of 716 people with coronary artery disease found that regular oat fibre consumption reduced LDL (bad) cholesterol and inflammation.3<\/sup> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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6. Tomatoes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Packed with lycopene, tomatoes may help protect against heart disease and boost HDL (good) cholesterol.<\/span><\/span><\/span>3<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/sup>The nutrients have also been shown to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and lower blood pressure, too.6  <\/sup><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Looking for inspiration to combine these powerful ingredients? Check out the recipe at the bottom of this article! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4 Heart-Healthy Habits<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

1<\/strong>. Get Moving<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You probably already know that exercise helps keep your heart healthy! What you might not know is: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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