What you do in the morning can shape your day, and for people watching their blood pressure or cholesterol, small choices add up. Here are common habits worth rethinking, based on general heart-health guidance.
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Salty, processed breakfast meats
Bacon, sausage, and deli meats are high in sodium and saturated fat. Too much sodium can raise blood pressure, and too much saturated fat can raise LDL (“bad”) cholesterol.
Swap: eggs with vegetables, plain yogurt, or oatmeal. -
Sugary pastries and drinks
Donuts, sweet cereals, and sugary coffee drinks give a quick spike
