Heart health - Natural strategies for a strong heart
Good heart health protects against heart attacks and high blood pressure. Find out how diet, exercise and micronutrients can strengthen your heart.
Things worth knowing about "Heart health"
Heart health describes the condition and performance of the cardiovascular system and is a central pillar of general health.
A strong heart protects against cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack, stroke or hypertension, which are among the most common causes of death worldwide. The good news is that many risk factors can be actively influenced by lifestyle and diet.
The most important influencing factors for a healthy heart include a balanced diet, regular physical activity, a stable blood sugar level and abstaining from nicotine. Omega-3 fatty acids have a particularly positive effect Polyphenols (e.g. from grape seed extract), Magnesium, potassium and coenzyme Q10 on the cardiovascular system. They can help to reduceinflammation vascular elasticity.maintain vascular elasticity and improve the cholesterol profile cholesterol profile.Stress management also plays a key role in heart health. Constant stress can increase blood pressure and favour inflammatory processes. Methods such as breathing exercises, meditation or moderate exercise such as walking or yoga help to regulate the autonomic nervous system and relieve the heart in the long term.
Factors for good heart health:
- Mediterranean, plant-rich diet with little sugar and trans fats
- Adequate supply of Omega-3, Magnesium, Potassium, Coenzyme Q10
- Daily exercise (min. 30 minutes) and active stress reduction
- Healthy blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels
- Avoidance of smoking and excessive alcohol consumption
Nutrients with proven cardioprotective effect:
- EPA/DHA (omega-3) to reduce triglycerides and inflammation
- Magnesium for blood pressure regulation
- OPC (grape seed extract) for vascular protection
- potassium to stabilise the heart rhythm
Literature references:
- Mozaffarian, D. et al (2011): Omega-3 fatty acids and cardiovascular disease. J Am Coll Cardiol.
- Zlochiver, S. et al. (2010): Role of magnesium in cardiac electrophysiology. Pacing Clin Electrophysiol.
- Liu, Y. et al. (2013): Coenzyme Q10 and cardiovascular diseases: a systematic review. J Clin Pharm Ther.
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