Support Your Heart Health With Superfoods
- In September 2020, CDC published a report saying every 36 seconds; an American dies of heart disease.
- Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US, killing 1 in 4 people every year.
Do those stats surprise you? For many of us, it’s facts that like that spur us to action. Our heart pumps 7570 liters of blood every day - and it does deserve a little attention.
Have you thought about your heart health recently?
It’s February, American Heart Month, so let’s resolve to switch to better eating habits for the sake of our heart. After all, we are what we eat.
Here are some heart-healthy superfoods we could all use a little more of in our diets.
Acai
Acai berries have been called a superfood for a long time. Thanks to their high antioxidant content, acai berries have some serious potential health benefits. Acai is loaded with powerful plant compounds that not only have benefits related to heart health, but also for our brains and overall health.*
Acai berries are loaded with antioxidants, and are also heavy in fiber and heart-healthy fats. Acai is a good source of anthocyanin, a type of pigment found in plants that are believed to support cardiovascular health. The National Center for Complementary and Integrative and Health have mentioned that incorporating acai berries into your diet may help support healthy blood sugar levels and healthy cholesterol levels.*
FeelGood Superfoods offer this delicious superberry in an Acai Powder. Add it to your smoothies, bowls, baked goods and everyday meals for a delicious boost.
Beetroot
Most doctors will recommend adding beetroot to your diet when the topic of heart health is brought up. Beets contain a high contention of nitrates which have been shown to support blood flow.*
Beetroots are one of the richest dietary sources of nitrates you can find, which is why we carry a fortified beetroot powder that offers 100 mg of nitrates per serving. Adding this nutritious superfood powder to your smoothies, baked goods and culinary dishes can help support your cardiovascular health.*
Matcha
Matcha tea is known for its vibrant green color and slightly sweet, creamy taste. In addition to boosting energy levels and providing a stronger immune system capability, it can also help keep your heart healthy.*
Many anti-inflammatory diets include matcha tea. These diets are touted to protect from arterial oxidative damage while also supporting healthy cholesterol levels.*
FeelGood offers Matcha Tea Powder for the heart health conscious superfood fan. Add it to lattes, smoothies and baked goods for a unique taste and powerful health benefits.
Leafy Greens
Dark-colored leafy greens like spinach and kale are loaded with minerals, vitamins, and fiber. They are an excellent vegetarian source of essential fatty acids, which can help lower triglycerides in the blood.* FeelGood organic Spinach Powder is an easy way to get more green superfoods in your every day diet!
Avocados
Yes, avocados are terrific and loaded in nutrients - all of us know that. But they are also a good source of monounsaturated fats and phytosterols, which may help manage healthy cholesterol levels.*
Nuts and Seeds
Nuts like almonds and seeds like Chia are amazing heart-healthy superfoods because of their high content of omega-3 fatty acids. Chia is also loaded with antioxidants, protein and minerals.
Since it is American Heart Month, we should all do our best to keep our heart in mind when it comes to diet and exercise. Have a favorite heart health tip or recipe? Share it with us on social by tagging us in your post!
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.