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Nutrition and Heart Disease
Heart disease can be caused by a
variety of conditions such as genetics or a physical
calamity, but an increasing number of cases are being
caused by poor nutrition. Whether you are taking
precautions to avoid any heart disease in your loved
one’s life, or are just now changing the nutrition
habits of your loved one after a heart condition, there
are important decisions that can make a significant
difference.
There are three issues that must be faced
early on when choosing a diet that has the
heart-conscious in mind. They are: Keeping as ideal a
weight as possible, decreasing saturated fat intake, and
reducing sodium levels. Realizing some sacrifices will
have to be made is the first step to improving
nutrition, all while meeting the expected goals of
improved heart function and increased vitality as a
result.
Here are some other dietary approaches that may
help you in caring for a loved one.
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Avoid processed foods that have high amounts of sodium
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Foods such as peanut butter, salad dressings, and frozen
dinners are high in sodium and therefore should not be
used in preparing meals
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All alcohol consumption should be minimal
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Less than 30% of total calories
should come from fat
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Cheese, nuts, and lunch meats should be kept in
moderation
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Potassium supplements should be implemented into the
diet
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