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Two Key Elements for Heart Health and Prevention of Atherosclerosis
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- Lumen
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- Inflammation
- Cholesterol
The two most crucial factors for protecting heart health and preventing atherosclerosis are stopping the consumption of processed foods and blocking the influx of toxic chemicals into the body . This is because, contrary to the misconception held by many, heart disease is caused not by cholesterol or natural animal fats, but by chronic 'inflammation' inside the blood vessels .
The specific factors emphasized in the materials to prevent this inflammation and protect heart health are as follows:
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Avoid processed carbohydrates and sugar: Processed carbohydrates such as bread, cookies, cereals, and soft drinks are the main culprits that cause inflammation in blood vessels (metabolic syndrome) by rapidly raising blood sugar and inducing abnormal insulin secretion.
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Avoid harmful processed vegetable oils: Chemically modified trans fats found in margarine, shortening, and common cooking vegetable oils damage cells and directly cause atherosclerosis.
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Consuming good fats to protect the heart: Natural animal fats and saturated fats (butter, beef tallow, duck fat, etc.) actually prevent calcium from accumulating in the arteries and act as an excellent energy source most preferred by the heart muscle.
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Avoiding chemicals in daily life: Chemical shampoos, cosmetics, cleaning detergents, and chlorine in tap water are absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin and lungs, damaging vascular endothelial cells.
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Stress Management and Consistent Exercise: A positive and relaxed mindset generates biochemical reactions that aid healing, and consistent, moderate exercise enjoyed in fresh air is excellent for heart health.