As the leading cause of death for both men and women around the world, cardiovascular disease affects people of all ages and ethnicities. 1 In 3 deaths worldwide each year is caused by cardiovascular disease (world health org.)
Moderately overweight adults, even after having lost the weight, suffer increased chances of developing heart disease by over 70% ( National Instit. Of Health, 2004)
The majority of cardiovascular diseases are preventable and controllable ( world Health Federation, April 2004)
Though there are risk factors for heart disease you cannot control, such as family history, age and ethnicity, there are several risk factors that you can manage.
LDL ( ?bad? cholesterol)
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance made by the body and consumed in foods. Too much LDL may clog your arteries and veins so that your organs cannot get the oxygen and nutrients they need.
HDL (?good? cholesterol)
HDL helps transport cholesterol out of the blood can excrete it. According to The New England Journal of Medicine (Sept. 05) low levels of HDL cholesterol are known to increase overall risk of dying from heart disease
Triglycerides
Triglycerides are a form of fat that provide energy for cells to function. High blood triglycerides are often linked with lower HDL ?good? cholesterol levels, both of which are risk factors for heart disease.
High Blood pressure
Blood pressure measures how hard your heart is pumping. High blood pressure levels can ultimately lead to heart attack and stroke
Homocysteine
Too much of this amino acid is another risk factor for heart disease.
Obesity
Excess weight puts significant strain on your heart and may worsen other risk factors.
Lifestyle
Everyday manageable risk factors include diet, stress and smoking Six Steps To Reduce Heart Attack Risk
1.Stop Smoking
2.Lower High Blood Pressure
3.Reduce High Blood Cholesterol
4.Aim For A Healthy Weight
5.Be ! physical ly Active Each Day
6.Manage Diabetes
What Else Can You Do?
Diet exercise and nutritional supplements are the first line of defense against the risk factors for health disease.
Diet
The foods you eat can health protect your heart: Excess weight puts incredible strain on your heart. You can achieve a health weight through Herbalife?s Shapeworks personalized weight management program. Keep fats, especially saturated fats, to less than 30% of your daily calories to help manage weight and cholesterol
Exercise can strengthen your heart muscle to work more efficiently and can also reduce body fat.
Increase your daily activity-go for a walk around your neighborhood for 20-30 minutes, 3-4 times a week.
Heart Health Products From Herbalife Core Complex-contains plant sterols which have been shown to reduce LDL and total cholesterol, powerful antioxidants such as mixed tocopherols and quercetin. Niteworks Powder Mix-unique blend of amino acids L-arginine and L-citrulline trigger the body to produce and recycle more Nitric Oxide to keep blood vessels toned, flexible and youthful for improved blood circulation.Niteworks also helps support healthy blood pressure levels already within the normal range. Herbalifeline?High quality Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil help to maintain healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels already within normal range. Herbalifeline fish oils and tri-shield with Neptune Krill oil. Tri-Shield-100% pure Neptune Krill Oil provides a unique blend of omega-3 fatty acids, phospholipids and antioxidants for enhanced nutrient absorption and antioxidant protection. PAMELA DAVIS/INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR See website:http://www.mrsherbal.com for products
ไม่มีความคิดเห็น:
แสดงความคิดเห็น