BY MARY ANN O’DELL, MS, RDN
go with the flow:
blood vessel health
Your heart beats over 100,000 times a day. With every heartbeat, blood is pumped throughout the body by way of a complex circulatory system of blood vessels. These vessels carry oxygen-rich blood, nutrients, minerals, and vitamins throughout the entire body, and they help remove waste and carbon dioxide from the body. But blood vessels are not something we tend to think about. Maybe it’s time to give your vessels a little love since maintaining their health is critical for maintaining overall heart health. Eat for Vessel Health. Omega-3s, antioxidants and potassium can help keep blood pressure normal, while excess sodium can cause blood pressure to increase, causing damage to blood vessels. Watch your sodium intake and eat plenty of potassium and omega-rich foods, including beans, leafy green vegetables, avocado, salmon, tuna, nuts and seeds. Control Inflammation. Controlling inflammation is critical for maintaining healthy blood vessels. Healthy inflammation response helps keep blood vessels clear
Nature’s Answer
iwi
Supports healthy cardiovascular function.*
Sustainable plant-based Omega-3.
CardiMax
Contains Oli-Ola olive extract that may protect LDL cholesterol from oxidative damage.* Supplies CoQ10, B6, PQQ, and Hawthorn for comprehensive support of cardiovascular function.*
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and improve circulation. A high fiber, antioxidant-rich diet can help control cholesterol and inflammation levels, so load your plate with fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds and fatty fish. Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown in clinical studies to help lower triglycerides, increase HDL (good) cholesterol, and control inflammation. Olive fruit extract, rich in polyphenols, can help protect LDL cholesterol from oxidative damage. Maintain Blood Flow. Hawthorn is a well-known herb for the heart, but its benefits extend to the blood vessels. The antioxidant flavonoids in hawthorn can help dilate blood vessels, improve blood flow, and protect blood vessels from damage. In addition, exercise promotes blood flow and enhances circulation, so get out there and move to keep your blood flowing, your blood pressure normal, and your blood vessels healthy. ●
Algae Omega-3 Supplies EPA and DHA naturally bound to glycolipids and phospholipids. Provides other naturally occurring nutrients including chlorophyll, Omega-7, carotenoids, and other antioxidants.*
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