A Happy Heart: Eat Well

Trying to eat well is one common concern among many people

. Most want to lose weight and others want to keep it off or prevent themselves from gaining in the first place. From heart-healthy foods to food that improve your eyesight or skin, there's a wide world full of the best nature has to offer.

It may be a no-brainer but sometimes we forget: natural food is good, healthy food. The best foods are the ones that had the least steps from nature to your plate. Fresh vegetables and fruits help keep your blood vessels strong and are essential to a heart-healthy diet. If you want variety in your fruit lineup, think about trying some tropical fruits. According to some research, papaya and blueberries are two of the 25 most heart-healthy foods. Acorn squash has B-complex and C vitamins, and spinach is very healthful. In fact, baked squash served with sauteed spinach can make a great dish. Online cooking sites can have plenty of new and exciting ideas for fruit and vegetable dishes.

Now you're probably wondering where's the beef. Often the negative aspects of meat and fish are reported more than the positives. You can't actually enjoy a balanced diet without healthy protein. The three best protein options are fatty fish like salmon that are full of omega-3's, tofu and lean cuts of meat. Beans are also healthy sources of good fats, and nuts like almonds and walnuts have a lot of plant omega-3's. Adding whole grains to these protein sources is a great way to consume vital heart-healthy nutrients.

Lastly, you have permission to treat yourself. That's no trick or test. Rich dark chocolate and a bit of red wine can be healthy. Both have flavonoids, which can improve good cholesterol and lower blood pressure. Even if you eat many less healthy foods, you can still enjoy them if you don't overdo it. Allowing yourself to eat foods you enjoy helps you not to feel as if you're punishing yourself.

When you incorporate small changes into all aspects of your life, it's less challenging to start and maintain a healthy diet. It's most important to enjoy exercise, a well-balanced diet and hobbies that enrich your life.

by: Marlon Jackson

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