A healthy
diet and lifestyle can help protect your cardiovascular health. It is said that
a heart-friendly diet can lower one's risk of heart disease or stroke by 80%.
When we talk about eating for a healthy heart, it means you're filling your
plate with foods that are considered healthiest for your heart such as fruits,
vegetables, good fats, etc. Here are
five foods that may help lower your risk for heart disease:
Blueberries
Blueberries
Research suggests that the antioxidants in blueberries can reduce the buildup
of 'bad' LDL cholesterol in artery walls that contributes to cardiovascular
disease and stroke.
Nuts
Nuts such as
walnuts, cashews, pecans, and almonds contain omega-3 fatty acids, which have
been shown to potentially prevent blood clots and prevent blood clots and the
development of irregular heart rhythms. Nuts also contain unsaturated fats,
which improve cholesterol by lowering “bad” cholesterol and raising the good
kind.
Salmon
Oily fish
such as salmon is one of the best sources of a 'healthy fat', omega-3 fatty
acids, which lowers the levels of triglycerides in the body, and thereby
reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Oatmeal
Oats, oat
bran, and oatmeal contain a specific type of fiber known as beta-glucan, a form
of soluble dietary fiber that's been linked to improving cholesterol and
helping to boost heart health.
Oranges
Oranges
known to boost your immune system and prevent cold is also good for your heart
health. This is mainly due to the presence of two different nutrients - pectin
and potassium. While pectin blocks cholesterol absorption and helps the
scarring of heart tissues, potassium keeps blood pressure in check.
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