Reduce Your Heart Disease Risk with these Nutrients : RiskAverse

Heart Disease

Every 40 seconds, someone suffers an heart attack in America.

Using Targeted Nutrition to Reduce Heart Disease Risk

The following nutrients help reduce your risk for heart disease by targeting issues like cholesterol and inflammation

Magnesium

Helps to combat blood pressure increases. High blood pressure puts you at a higher risk for heart disease

Potassium

Another nutrient used for blood pressure control

Calcium

Pomegranate is one of the richest sources of polyphenols (plant chemicals that protect your body from damage).

Nitrates

Nitrates help to`increase blood flow and relax blood vessels to prevent excess damage.

Tannins

Tannins are a group of polyphenols that give a partial yellow-brown color, which helps control blood pressure and reduce lipid levels

Monounsaturated Fats

One class of fats that are considered healthy. They have been shown to reduce inflammation, reduce cholesterol levels, and prevent oxidation.

Soluble Fiber

One of the vital components of heart disease prevention. Fiber lowers cholesterol levels and keeps you fuller for longer

Phytosterols

Compunds found in plants that disrupt cholesterol absorption to help limit LDL cholesterol levels and reduce blood triglycerides

Omega 3s

Omega 3s come from plant and animal sources. The marine animal source has been shown to be most effective for heart disease

Copper

A copper deficiency is strongly linked to ischemic heart disease (the narrowing of your arteries)

Lycopene

Give fruit and veggies a bright red color. Higher concentration in your blood is linked to a reduced risk

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