[1] Choose whole-grain products: The reason for this is that whole grains contain beneficial minerals, vitamins, and fibre that are not present in white flour.
Indisputably, white-flour products, such as pastries, look more inviting to the eye than those made of whole-grains, but the latter are much better for your health. Explore the shelves of your local supermarket and, in the next weeks, try different whole-grain products to see which ones you like best.
[2] Drink green tea: From all herbal infusions, green tea contains one of the highest percentages of polyphenol, a natural substance that helps combat bacteria and viruses. Apparently, green tea also has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system because it helps decrease low-density cholesterol.
To be continued in Part 3
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