Do not let your heart go numb.
When you hear to avoid new experiences, new emotions, new adventures, because you’re afraid of pain and disappointment, knowing that you intentionally capture your heart. It stifles not let him live and breathe fully. Do not be afraid, open and embrace life (instead of hiding it.)

Share experiences with friends and family.
Our society has become too materialistic. Our expression of love (or excuse) usually has a price tag on it. Money can buy a comfortable life, but you can not buy happiness. Spend time with those you love and enjoy every moment together.

See miracles all around you.
Our life is full of miracles that we often do not realize. Train yourself to see the miracles around you (a birth of a child or beautiful butterfly in your garden are both miracles) and you notice that your life will be more positive.

Find meaning in your life.
Life without meaning leads to an empty heart and an empty heart has no way to stay healthy and young. Live a meaningful life that fills the heart.

Be the children (and children).
Children are honest, joyful, energetic, open to the world, full of love for the world, fearless and absolutely loved it. Play with them, spend as much time as possible with them and learn from them. This is the best way to keep your youth and output.

Enjoy your life.
Focus on enjoying every moment of your life and make every moment counts. What is the point of living a life with a healthy heart, if this life is empty and boring? Do things, try things, be brave, to lose your fear, love, be passionate and stay positive. Make decisions and avoid mistakes that you’ll be proud to regret it. Make every way!

To be in love.
Love opens our hearts and brings us to flourish throughout the year. Love love you like and try to stay until the last day of your life.

1. Surround yourself with positive people.
Friends negative can drain and increase your stress level. Try to spend some alone time with positive people and see how their levels of optimism will move.

2. Be happy.
A recent study conducted in Nova Scotia, Canada, happiness and positivity generally protects the heart from any degenerative disease.

3. Laughing.
Just 15 minutes of laughter a day can stimulate blood circulation by 22 percent and avoid the arteries to harden. Call a friend or watch a comedy fun every day.

4. Talking about.
Bottling your feelings do not make your heart or your relationship any favors. If something bothers you up and solve the problem once and for all.

5. Do something fun.
For levels of happiness to spend 15-20 minutes a day doing something you love. Do not give up if the program is too busy.

6. Practice random acts of kindness.
While taking care of your physical heart, remember they are more complex than a car. My heart is as important as cholesterol levels down to health. Be kind, for no apparent reason and find the deepest joy of this type.

7. Enjoy happy events.
If something amazing happens in your life to remember this event and send it when you’re depressed.

8. Practice forgiveness.
Resentful that harden the heart and close to the world. Forgive people and move on with your life.

9. Display your best.
If you are not happy with yourself then think about what would make you completely happy with yourself. See this photo every day and start taking small steps to achieve this goal.

10. Be generous.
Generous increases happiness on a daily basis. Start small, giving smiles to everyone around you and give as much as your heart desires.

11. Be positive.
Both optimists and pessimists have bad days, but optimistic than those days, quickly, whereas the pessimists enjoy their suffering and constantly complain of their lives. No matter what the day brings you choose to be positive and focus on the good things around you.

12. Expressing the desire of your heart.
Our creativity is born in our hearts, and whether to remove any spark of that time, we also block our hearts with happiness. To express that which is born in your heart to keep your heart young and open throughout life.

13. Show some self-esteem.
Take care of your needs and take care of others. Although being generous is the key to keeping your heart, you young people still learning to be generous with yourself. Do not be a martyr because the days are long gone when it was appreciated.

14. Say a prayer.
Open your heart to God and he will take care of you. Say a prayer from the heart and the feeling that your costs are eliminated and your heart will be affected by it.

15. Practical recognition.
Be thankful for what you have and what will thank you for what you do not, because it is likely that you’re better off without it.

16. Try something new.
Keep your heart open to new experiences, trying something new as often as possible. This practice will keep your heart young and agile, for many years and when you have 60, 70 or 100 is not considered a historical relic. There will be a person who lived (and still lives) his / her life with a young heart.

17. Follow your passion.
Following your passion will help you live a more fulfilling life, will help you manage stress and be happy in life in general. If you can make a living by following your passion, then it is high, go ahead! But if, not only spend some ‘time in your busy schedule to do what you love if it is written, the kitchen or just play with your children.

18. Helping someone.
Helping people around you if they are strangers or people you know is the best way to keep your heart open, friendly and young. According to research by Peggy Thoits, Professor of Sociology at Vanderbilt University, volunteering has increased happiness, life satisfaction, self-esteem, sense of control over life, physical health, and reduced depression. And ‘healthy to be good.

19. Kissing, hugging, touching.
Little things like holding hands, hugs, kisses and cuddles with love are signs of a solid couple. With the couples have more emotional and intellectual connections, have sex more frequently and have less amount of stress (which leads to heart disease.) This is obvious, if you want to take care of your heart to take care of your relationship and the treasure the connection (physical and mental) that you have. In addition, non-sexual hugs and contact with friends or family have been shown to increase happiness and even lower blood pressure (in possession of a hug for at least 6 seconds.)

20. Please be patient.
Patience brings many benefits, but the healthier the heart is less stress in your life. You do not get mad when you sit in traffic or spend time in a row. Distract yourself with pleasant thoughts about your family, plan your meal in advance or to think of ideas for a new business.

21. Find your virtue.
A strong heart is a virtuous heart because the heart can do the right thing for the right reason.

1. Socializing.
Hanging out with friends can be healthy for the heart, how to hit the gym. Single people who do not communicate with their friends was a lot of blood pressure from 10 to 30 points higher than their peers more sociable.

2. Break with a difference.
We surround ourselves with tons of things that make our life easier, bring some fun into our lives and look nice and help us pass the time when we’re bored. Practice with all those tips and you will find your heart is much more open to everything around you.

3. Have a plan for a stressful situation.
We can not avoid stress in our lives, but we can prepare for them. Make it a rule to think of a good thing in your life every stressful thoughts start to creep into your head or make a list of things you are grateful. Another idea is to have some pictures of the most beautiful moments of your life or the people who always bring happiness into your life with you.

4. Take a technical break.
Be connected all the time you put on the board and increases the production of stress hormones that cause blood pressure to rise. Turn off the phone in the evening, do not check your email, and every newspaper in the instant messaging system. Have the time to, not someone else.

5. Meditate.
Meditation calms the mind and heart at the same time. Practice every day or at least 3 times a week.

6. Be arranged.
Why is it important for your heart? Cluttered environments to cancel your productivity and increase your level of stress affecting the health of your heart.

7. Stop being a perfectionist.
Perfectionism will cause a lot of unnecessary stress in your life that will eventually damage the heart. When you feel that you are trying to perfect, repeat to yourself “Good is good enough.”
Enjoy your time in silence and solitude.
Make it a habit to spend time a week to fly your spirit, stress dissolve into the air and your heart open to the miracles of the world.

8. Slow down in life.
Hectic pace of life leads to depression and stress, weakens the ability to spend time with family or doing things you love. All these factors are important for a healthy heart and open.

9. Take a break “me.”
Donner, working, helping, caring for others are all the missions of honor, but you need time for yourself. Not considered spoiled or selfish. This is your chance to reconnect with themselves and have a rest of the world around you (regardless of how it could be wonderful.)

10. Relax.
Be in a “ready” is very stressful. Someone else to care for children, for take-out (no more than twice a month, remember?) Take a day off work and left to relax completely. Your heart will enjoy this break from your busy life.

1. Cuddle up with a fur ball.
A recent study (published in the U.S. today) shows that cat owners reduce the risk of heart attack nearly a third. Scientists suggest that dogs offer similar performance, because both help relieve the stress of their respective owners.

2. Stop smoking.
This needs no explanation, if you want a healthy life.

3. Keep your body mass index below 30 (preferably about 18.5 to 25).
BMI is a body mass index that can be easily calculated using the following formula: BMI = (weight in pounds) * 703 / (height in inches) 2
I is 18.8. What is yours?

4. Get busy under the sheets.
Men and women who have sex at least 2-3 times a week cut their risk of heart disease by 50% (study published in the American Journal of Cardiology). This is not a sufficient reason for a romantic evening today (and everyday)?

5. Take a vitamin D supplement
Vitamin D (which is important for your bone strength) is important to protect against heart disease. Vitamin D deficiency doubles the risk of dying from heart disease by 50% (according to the Framingham Heart Study). Ask your doctor for blood tests of vitamin D and take a supplement if necessary.

6. Out in the sun.
Vitamin D (as shown in the previous tip) is essential for heart health. Before taking any supplement to spend 10-15 minutes in the midday sun on most days of the week. Do not use sunscreen during sun exposure because it blocks sunlight UV-B bands of light that produce vitamin D in our bodies. Wear a hat and cover your face, but leave many parts of your body as possible to be exposed to the sun.

7. Get enough sleep.
Anxiety, irritability and moodiness are not only the consequences of not getting enough sleep. Sacrificing sleep may promote the accumulation of calcium in the arteries, which can lead to heart attack causing plaque.

8. Listening to upbeat music and relaxing.
Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore have shown for the first time that the emotions aroused by joyful music have a beneficial effect on the function of blood vessels. The music has the same effects as the rice to get in tune with your favorite song as often as possible.

9. There are some green plants at home.
Increases in green happiness and creativity and reduces stress levels, according to a study of Washington State University. The plants also clean the air in your home or office by pollutants such as chemicals and dust that can trigger spikes in blood pressure quickly.

1. Be active every day.
If you are active in ways little during the day (gardening, house cleaning, shopping), then your heart will be healthier than a person who performs for 30-60 minutes and then sits on the computer all day.

2. Interval Training.
This is the best type of exercise for the prevention of heart disease and diabetes. Follow a ratio of 3:1 during the year (3 minutes at moderate pace of activity followed by 1 minute of intense activity). You can try it while walking and running, or you can combine different types of exercises and movements such as jumping. Within 20 minutes of interval training is also effective for the heart of every moment of moderate physical activity.

3. Be flexible.
A recent study conducted in Japan showed that people who were flexible after 40-30% less stiffness in the arteries. Stretch for 10-15 minutes every day to keep arteries supple.

4. Try yoga.
Yoga does not provide cardiovascular benefits as aerobic activity, but reduces the stress and keep arteries elastic. Yoga also calms the nervous system that lowers blood pressure and heart rate is regular.

5. Add resistance bands to your home gym.
This prop can embellish any tedious training and financial help to build muscle mass, reducing body fat and increases levels of good cholesterol (HDL.)

6. Follow these guidelines.
The American Heart Association recommends getting 30 minutes of aerobic activity of moderate intensity for 5 days of the week or 20 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity on three days a week. Strength training is recommended at least twice a week.

7. Exercise pleasant.
It ‘important for your body moving and your heart for a workout, but it is also important to appreciate what you do. If you like the type of exercise, then you are more likely to stick with for many years in good health. You will live the body and mind benefits if you choose wisely.

1. Keep the plate light.
The more colorful your diet is the most you are getting phytonutrients that can prevent heart disease, obesity and cancer.

2. Beware sweet.
A diet high in sugar (only a couple of soft drinks are too) leads to high blood pressure. Cut out all refined sugars and especially the fructose corn syrup.

3. Use natural sweeteners.
If you want to continue to satisfy your sweet tooth to choose natural sweeteners such as fruit, honey and organic maple syrup, for these delicacies add the sugar (fructose) with vitamins and fiber that are so important for a healthy heart. Do not overdo it, though, everything is good in moderation.

4. Follow the rule of 80% -20%.
It ‘good to eat healthy all the time, but it is practically impossible. Leave room for the entire 20% starvation (fast food for a trip or a big party with chips and creamy sauces).

5. Reduce saturated fats.
Whatever your age and risk factors are there to help lower LDL (bad cholesterol) and live a longer life. Limit saturated fat to 7% of daily calories (10-11 grams).

6. Reduce sodium intake.
Sodium increases the risk of high blood pressure makes the heart work harder (and wear out faster.) Table salt is not usually your biggest enemy, because most of the sodium in our diets comes from processed foods and fast food.

7. Follow a clean diet.
Healthy diet is one that is low in processed foods and use as many natural products. Some examples are eating an orange instead of drinking orange juice, staring at the chicken sandwich instead of sausage, choice of bread and pasta instead of white varieties.

8. Be full of beans.
One-third cup of cooked beans a day can reduce the probability of having a heart attack by 38%.

9. Cut the cereal for breakfast.
Although there are some healthy options for most cereals are far from being a good start for the day. Too much sugar, no vitamins or fiber, high levels of trans fats and sodium, even transform this traditional breakfast food in a disaster for your heart. Before you buy your box, take your time to read labels and choose the healthiest, most natural grain.

10. Sipping a cup of tea.
The antioxidants in green and black tea improved the function of blood vessels and increase blood flow. Drink your tea without sugar (eat a few dried apricots or add a little honey to give a sweet note), and select organic loose tea has not been stripped of all the healthy nutrients.

11. Go bananas.
Bananas are the fruit of the heart healthier because they have high levels of potassium. Dried apricots and prunes are also good sources of this mineral.

12. They have a baked potato.
Potatoes are a high source of potassium, a mineral that can offset the effects of sodium.

13. Drink the vegetables.
You can get an extra portion of fruit and vegetable juice low sodium drink. It ‘better to make your juice at home and drink for breakfast (do not forget to add a little’ apples and carrots to make drinking this juice)

14. Go Italian.
Italian cuisine uses a lot of tomatoes and tomato sauce and is the best way to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke by 65%. Spaghetti with marinara sauce, vegetarian lasagna and pizza with half the cheese sauce and double are all great ideas for healthy meals for your heart.

15. Eating salmon and sardines for lunch.
These varieties of fish are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids that help protect against inflammation and reduce triglycerides. A sandwich with salmon, sardines or tuna instead of mixed with spicy mustard and red onions and serve with bread or crackers.

16. Spice up your meal.
Onions and garlic can not be the best choice if you go to a romantic date or an important conference, but they can remove the excess LDL cholesterol from the body. Onions and garlic will also give a pleasant flavor to any dish without adding salt or fat anymore.

17. Overheat.
Peppers (hot sauce and, of course) contain a chemical called capsaicin, which protects the heart and arteries of all possible problems. You can read more here

18. Start your day with oatmeal.
Not only give you the energy needed to survive the most challenging days, it will also lower cholesterol and overall risk of heart disease. On Top with blueberries, bananas or nuts or sprinkle ‘of cinnamon to make healthy and delicious.

19. Be smart when eating.
Just because you go out does not mean you should forget the heart-healthy meals. Most restaurants can cook healthy meals in a way you’ve never tried before (taste buds will not even notice the difference.) Dose Share or take home half of the party, avoid appetizers and bread with butter, ask Your server side, and sauces, not fried, breaded or tempura. Ask your server what the meal is prepared and what ingredients are used.

20. Meet your eyes, not just the mouth.
Eating moderately is the best strategy to keep weight under control (the weight is one of the decisive factors when it comes to heart disease). If you make your meals look pleasing to the eye, it has been satisfied without consuming more calories. One of the reasons why every meal in a restaurant so good because the leaders take time to prepare each dish in a more aesthetically pleasing.

21. Reduce your consumption of coffee.
There are studies suggesting that coffee is good for the heart in the long run, but moderation is the key here. A Starbucks has allowed half the daily intake of caffeine, so do not go too far. A cup of coffee a day is a sure way to benefit your heart, help you wake up and satisfy your cravings.

22. Crazy.
The nuts can help lower LDL (bad cholesterol) while providing your body with essential fatty acids, fiber and protein. Nuts Nuts are considered the best because they have the highest amount of omega-3, but other nuts (almonds, pecans, pistachios, hazelnuts) are good too. Eating a handful a day as a snack or mix in a salad or main course. Remember that you can undo the health benefits of nuts if they are covered with salt, chocolate or sugar.

23. Order of curry in a restaurant (or cook for yourself!)
The spice that gives curry its yellow color is turmeric vibrant. This spice is used in Asian medicine for a long time and recent research suggests that curcumin (a natural ingredient in turmeric and ginger) can significantly reduce the chances of developing heart failure, reverse and prevent cardiac hypertrophy. This spice also a dozen other health benefits that can improve your health and mood at that time. Turmeric tastes great if you add the chicken, beans, rice, beef and vegetables. Experience in the chicken or make a reservation at an Indian restaurant.

24. They have dark chocolate for dessert.
Dark chocolate (cocoa content of 70% or higher) has been shown to lower blood pressure. Eating a few squares of a desert or drink a little ‘dark cocoa (avoid sugar as much as possible) to take care of your heart and taste buds.

25. Drinking red wine
Red wine is considered one of the reasons why the Mediterranean diet is so healthy for the heart. Small amounts of alcohol with antioxidants to prevent heart disease by raising levels of “good” cholesterol and protecting against artery damage.

26. Reduce eating out and win.
We all know that actions are oversized restaurant, but most dishes are also high in sodium or fat. eat a couple times a month do you, but making it a weekly practice can damage your heart, the waste line and the wallets at the same time. Be smart!

27. Eat consciously.
Mindful eating is when you eat only when hungry (not bored or stressed), when you pay attention to how your food tastes, and when you take your time savoring each bite (as opposed shoveling down on the track). If you eat consciously you will be able to lose excess weight and prevent the scale of the increase.

28. Read food labels.
Avoid all foods with partially hydrogenated oils, saturated fats and trans fats because they are particularly deadly to your body and heart.

29. Dried fruit snacks.
Dried fruits are the health benefits that regular, but in a concentrated form. They are high in fiber (essential for lowering cholesterol), vitamins and potassium. I like to snack on dried dates, apricots or prunes. I am in a healthy way for me to satisfy my sweet tooth and take care of my heart, at the same time.

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