the food and the Health they are closely related factors. It is now known that eating practices largely determine health status. For this reason, when a person is ill, it is advisable to design a therapeutic diet according to the patient’s diagnosis in order to create new habits and decrease the risk of complications.
One of the main health problems in Mexico are cardiovascular diseases. According to the World Heart Federation, it is estimated that they account for 77% of the total adult deaths in our country. To help mitigate the risk of suffering heart disease and maintain proper nutrition for patients with this condition, the online education platform Learn Institute launched a free book on “Diets According to Health Condition,” and shares the following recommendations for healthy diets that benefit the heart:
1. Restrict sodium in your meals: Try to consume less than 1.5 g per day.
2. Make 5 to 6 meals during the day including small portions.
3. Ingest clear liquids such as water or broth and then go on a soft or soft diet.
4. Avoid spicy foods.
5. Serve your meals at room temperature.
6. Include foods with potassium, such as banana, chard or spinach.
7. Add whole grains.
8. Excess consumption of foods such as red meats and breads makes you more prone to diseases related to the heart and cardiovascular system such as heart failure, arrhythmia and heart attacks.
9. It is highly recommended that you exercise 30 minutes a day, reduce stress by resting properly.
10. It is important that you see a doctor for constant medical check-ups.
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Regardless of whether you have been eating unhealthily for several years or have a balanced diet, the following tips will help you keep your cardiovascular system in good condition. It can be difficult at first, but don’t give up. Improving your lifestyle is possible.
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