From avocados and fatty fish to nuts and olive oil, these good-fat foods offer a range of nutrients and benefits that support good heart and brain health.
Sedentary lifestyles and a weakness for fast food and processed snacks are taking a toll on our heart health. It is important we include heart-healthy foods like avocado, fatty fish, nuts, olive oil and legumes, among others, in our daily diet to boost HDL ( good ) cholesterol levels.
Adequate nutrition, including vitamins (C, D, folic acid) and minerals (magnesium, zinc, selenium), is essential to maintain good immunity. Deficiencies in these elements weaken the body s defenses, increasing vulnerability to illnesses.
Winter presents its unique challenges for maintaining gut health, but with mindful dietary choices, hydration, supplementation, regular exercise, and stress management, it’s possible to support and preserve a healthy gut microbiome.