Poles are at the forefront of Europe in terms of heart disease incidence. Meanwhile, it is enough to include a few products in the diet that will minimize the risk of cardiovascular dysfunction. See what to eat and drink to keep your heart healthy.
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At the beginning, a surprise – coffee. Contrary to popular myth – coffee has a positive effect on the heart. The momentary increase in heart rate caused by its consumption, it even “exercises” the heart. As with everything, you just have to be safe in moderation. A reasonable dose of caffeine is up to 500 mg a day, which is around 3 cups. Coffee is obviously not recommended for people with high blood pressure. Photo Shutterstock
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3/ 6 Olive oil
Olive oil has a fantastic effect on the functioning of our body and therefore it is worth including it in your daily diet, for example as an addition to salads. Due to the large amount of polyphenols, i.e. natural plant antioxidants, it also has a beneficial effect on the circulatory system, including the heart. Photo Shutterstock
4/ 6 Red wine
Resveratrol, which penetrates into the drink from the grape skins, is responsible for the health properties of red wine. That is why white wines, which are made from the must alone, without the peel, do not contain this ingredient in large quantities. Resveratrol positively affects the circulatory system and is probably responsible for the so-called The “French paradox”, that is the fact that the French, despite a diet containing fatty foods and a lot of alcohol, enjoy good health compared to Europe. Photo Shutterstock
5/ 6 Fresh herbs
Herbs are an inseparable addition to Polish cuisine. Unfortunately, we usually reach for the dried ones. This is a big mistake because fresh herbs are not only more aromatic, but also much healthier. They contain huge amounts of antioxidants that are essential for the heart to function properly. What’s more, frequent use of the herb helps reduce the amount of salt that causes high blood pressure. Photo Shutterstock
6/ 6 Salmon
Despite intense social campaigns, Poles still eat too little fish. Therefore, when we do this, it should be a fully valuable fish. Nutritionists especially recommend salmon, which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These compounds slow down the aging of cells and have an anti-cancer effect. They also help keep your heart healthy. Photo Shutterstock