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Eat This One Powerful Food to Protect Against Cardiovascular Disease
We should all eat this nutrient-rich food in moderation for the health benefits
It’s shocking to realise that one person dies every 36 seconds in the US from cardiovascular disease.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in most ethnic and racial groups.
We all must allow these startling statistics to sink in.
It could be someone in your family or circle of friends diagnosed next.
But, on the other hand, perhaps it might be you.
High blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and smoking are the key risk factors for heart disease.
So are diabetes and obesity.
Eating an unhealthy diet, drinking excessive amounts of alcohol, and inactivity will increase your chances of developing heart disease.
The one way you can turn your health around is to adopt a healthy lifestyle, including food and exercise.