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Beware fruit juices can wreck your heart health

A new study has found that daily consumption of fruit juice can actually prove dangerous for the heart. According to study's lead author, Dr Matthew Pase, from the Swinburne University of Technology,

By: Editorial Team   | | Updated: October 12, 2014 6:45 pm
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फळांचा रस:फळांचा रस घेणे हे मुत्रविकारांना दूर ठेवण्यास अत्यंत उपयुक्त आहे. संत्री, लिंबू,कलिंगड यासारख्या फळांचा रस घेतल्याने मुत्रमार्ग स्वच्छ ठेवण्यास मदत होते.

A new study has found that daily consumption of fruit juice can actually prove dangerous for the heart. According to study’s lead author, Dr Matthew Pase, from the Swinburne University of Technology, Australia, the sweet drinks could significantly increase the central blood pressure of the people who have it on daily basis than the ones who have it occasionally, which could heighten the risk of heart attack or angina and cognitive impairment, the Daily Express reported. Also Read - Ganesh Chaturthi 2020: 4 reasons an eco-friendly Ganesha is good for you

She added that though fruit juices have the essential vitamins, they also contain high amounts of sugar, and the findings were important since it was commonly believed that it is good for health. Also Read - 7 reasons why the #BeefBan is good



Previous researches have said orange juice to be equally bad as sweetened drinks, and a 250ml serving contains 115 calories or seven teaspoons of sugar while a can of cola has 139 calories. As per World Health Organization’s recommendation, people should consume only six teaspoons of sugar per day. Also Read - Things you must never eat at a breakfast buffet

The study is published in the scientific journal Appetite.

To ensure good health of your heart following these simple diet tips,

Cut down the intake of saturated and trans fats

Both saturated and trans fats raise bad cholesterol level (LDL), which can increase risk for heart attack and stroke. So, all foods made from partially hydrogenated oils or deep-fried foods are loaded with bad fats. Apart from that, whole-fat dairy or red meat also contain saturated fats.

It would be best if you replace all bad fats with good heart healthy fats like:

  • Omega-3 fatty acid sources like salmon, trout, or herring and flaxseed (alsi), canola oil, and walnuts all contain polyunsaturated fats that are vital for the body.
  • Omega-6 fatty acid sources like vegetable oils, soy nuts, different types of seeds all contain healthy fats.
  • Monounsaturated fat sources like almonds, cashews, peanuts, pecans and butters made from these nuts, as well as avocadoes. They are all great sources of ‘good’ fat.

Choose foods that lower cholesterol

The best way to lower cholesterol is to choose foods rich in unsaturated fats, fibre and protein. Fibre naturally lowers the level of bad cholesterol in the body. Some of the best cholesterol regulators include fruits, vegetables, fish, beans, nuts and seeds. The best foods for lowering cholesterol are oatmeal, fish, walnuts (and other nuts), olive oil and foods fortified with sterols or stanols —substances found in plants that help block the absorption of cholesterol.

Focus on fibre-rich foods

A high-fibre diet can lower ‘bad’ cholesterol and provide nutrients that can offer protection against heart disease. By enriching your diet with whole grains, vegetables and fruits, you easily fulfil your fibre requirement and lower your risk of heart disease or a subsequent heart attack.

The best source of fibre is flaxseeds (alsi), small brown seeds that are high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which can lower the total blood cholesterol when added to the diet

Most fruits and vegetables are low in calories and high in fiber, making them heart healthy.

Eliminate salty foods

Too much of salt in your diet can increase blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease. According to the American Heart Association adults should not consume more than a teaspoon of salt a day.

With inputs from ANI 

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Published : October 12, 2014 6:03 pm | Updated:October 12, 2014 6:45 pm
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