ALL THINGS FOOD - PART 11




Food and health

It is important to understand that, although 
we love to enjoy our favorite foods, there are
consequences for overdoing it!

About your heart

The heart is always at work. It has a tremendous amount
of work to do. The heart never stops beating, as it works
to pump blood around the body. If the heart stops beating,
the body will not be able to function.

Simple advice - be heart smart!
Avoid rich foods late at night, as digestion is slow and 
the heart may not be able to cope with the increased
workload.



 

Essential foods like salt may show its purpose when
walking in the desert. Dehydration may occur.
Learn more about : Dehydration


About garlic

Garlic is used by many, to combat conditions 
such as food poisoning. It is also known to
decrease cholesterol and blood pressure. Garlic
contains vitamin C, potassium, calcium and more.

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