1. Keep blood pressure in check
According to the American Heart Association, men are at greater risk for high blood pressure than women until the age of 45. Luckily, you can help keep your blood pressure in check with simple changes like eliminating salt from your diet and cutting back on processed foods. In addition to eliminating harmful things from your diet, try increasing the amount of potassium-rich foods you consume, such as potatoes, bananas and raisins. If you're a fan of garlic, go ahead and indulge—eating one to three cloves of garlic a day has been shown to reduce blood pressure. Most importantly, be proactive and be sure to have your blood pressure checked at least every other year.
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