Do you know how many people die every year from heart disease? Do you know the main causes? Did you know that most of these causes can be prevented and that your body gives you a signal that your heart is not well? Learn about the 12 WARNING signs that your heart is not well: Having a family history of heart problems, Being overweight, Being a smoker and having other associated diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension and atherosclerosis. An aortic aneurysm is an example of a serious heart disease that can occur in these individuals and is treated with surgery. Anxiety, a heart attack can cause a lot of anxiety and fear of death, moments before it occurs; Chest discomfort, a classic symptom of a heart attack; Persistent, dry cough, can be the result of fluid accumulation in the lungs, due to heart failure; Feeling dizzy and even fainting can occur moments before a heart attack or in cases such as arrhythmia or hypotension; Feeling very tired all the time may indicate heart failure, however this symptom is common in other diseases such as depression and anemia. Nausea or lack of appetite may be related to abdominal swelling caused by fluid retention or associated with heart attack pain; Pain in other parts of the body, the pain may start in the chest and spread to the shoulders, arms, elbows, back, neck, jaw or abdomen may be related to a heart attack; Rapid and irregular pulse: when accompanied by weakness, dizziness or difficulty breathing may be evidence of a heart attack, heart failure or an arrhythmia. Intense shortness of breath may indicate the beginning of a heart attack; Sudden cold sweat, may indicate a heart attack, hypotension, hypertension or arrhythmia; Swelling of the legs and feet may be a sign of heart failure, as this disease can cause fluid retention; Extreme weakness may occur in the days leading up to a heart attack or associated with heart failure or hypotension; Try to schedule an appointment with a cardiologist for a thorough evaluation and subsequent treatment. Furthermore, it is important to remember that women die more from heart attacks than men. Foods that are good for the heart: Avocado. Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fats and are a source of potassium, an important mineral for controlling blood pressure. These fats are related to the reduction of LDL and the reduction of cardiovascular risk. Furthermore, avocados are essential for carrying vitamins and can be combined with spinach or carrots, beets, etc. Red and purple fruits contain good concentrations of polyphenols that favor the increase of HDL cholesterol, while helping to reduce blood pressure, in addition to providing vitamins A, C, E and carotenoids. The advantage is that they can be consumed in different ways: fresh, frozen, dried or cooked, and added to yogurts, juices, etc. Dark green vegetables are good sources of magnesium, calcium and potassium. Examples: arugula, spinach, kale, broccoli and watercress. These minerals work together to regulate blood pressure, maintaining the rhythm and contraction of the heart muscle. Nuts such as walnuts, almonds, chestnuts, macadamias and pistachios, rich in omega 3. They also improve vascular function in diabetics, increasing insulin sensitivity. Since excess circulating glucose damages the arteries, as do saturated fats. Use of probiotic foods, which maintain a healthy intestine. Studies show that a healthy intestine reduces the risk of heart disease. The reason is that good bacteria improve digestion and absorption of nutrients with antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. Beans are foods rich in soluble fiber that help form the food bolus and capture free LDL in the circulation and reduce its absorption. We have several options: azuki, white, carioca, fradinho, jalo, purple, black, striped, pink, green and red. Oats: Similar to beans, oats are also rich in soluble fiber and are normally well accepted by all ages. It can be used in the form of bran, flour and flakes in the form of porridge, bread, cookies. Download the free ebook: 5 mistakes you make in your daily life that ruin your health: https://angelaxavier.com.br/05erros-a... See behind the scenes of my daily life on Instagram → / draangelaxavier Website → https://angelaxavier.com.br/ Facebook → / draangelaxavier Did you know that the wrong combination of foods can cause several diseases such as: gastritis, hypertension, reflux, diabetes, among many others. That's why I created the Food Combination Course, so you can age with enviable health using the right food combination! Find out more here: https://angelaxavier.com.br/combinaca...