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Experts say that eating poorly can be worse than even smoking. Autumn begins on the right foot, with a healthy diet. We tell you which foods should not miss in your diet.

* Greens. Some of them have more iron, calcium and protein than meat. They are also rich in fiber, minerals and vitamins.

* Vegetables. Satisfying, diuretic, nutritive, are also rich in isoflavones, which prevent bone demineralization.

* Tomato. Vitamin C and carotene, an antioxidant, diuretic and cleanser, prevents cancer and heart attacks, protects from colds and remineralization.

* Onion and garlic. Fight infection and improve circulation thanks to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic. In addition to these seasonings are also very beneficial iodized salt, olive oil and spices such as parsley, which provides vitamin C and minerals.

* Eggs. Rich in proteins, enhance antibody production.

* Pasta and rice. Hydrates ensure physical and mental energy.

* Salmon. One of the foods rich in omega-3, which prevents cardiovascular diseases. Also slows the effects of cellular aging. Besides the salmon, making a diet rich in oily fish such as tuna.

* Meat of herbivorous animals. Rich in Omega 3 and 6, prevents heart disease and diabetes. Stresses the chicken, with a high intake of proteins, vitamins A and B, iron and phosphorus, among others.

* Kiwi. Great source of vitamin C and antioxidant, strengthens the immune system, is rich in fiber and folic acid is the perfect partner in diets. It also takes mandarins and oranges. In addition, the fruit is highly valued for its apple anticancer properties.

* Nuts. Nuts, hazelnuts, almonds or nuts reduces the risk of heart attacks and cholesterol, and are very energetic.

* Milk and dairy products. Strengthen bones, are nutritious and prevent infection.

It is estimated that by 2025 more than 1,500 million people, roughly one in three adults over 25, suffer from hypertension, one of the main individual risk factors of cardiovascular disease and stroke, cause of death the world. Hypertension has no symptoms visible, and therefore the only way to know if you have to consult a specialist.

Arterial hypertension but no visible symptoms, can cause significant damage to the heart and arteries and increase the risk of heart disease or stroke.

People with high blood pressure are three times more at risk than people with normal blood pressure. To find out if you have hypertension, the only thing you can do is go a health specialist. It is necessary to repeat the measurements more than once, since blood pressure can fluctuate from day to day.

Positive is that hypertension can be corrected by changing various aspects of our lifestyle, such as reducing salt intake, increasing physical activity and / or taking certain medications if necessary.

Reduce your risk!
• Eat more fruit and vegetables – Eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
• Be physically active – 30 minutes of vigorous activity a day are enough to reduce blood pressure.
• Eat less salt and avoid pre-cooked food – Try to limit salt intake to less than five grams per day (equivalent to a coffee spoon.)
• Stop smoking – Your risk of coronary heart disease is halved in a year and return to its normal level within 15 years.
• Maintain a healthy weight – Losing weight, especially if it is linked to lower salt intake reduces blood pressure.