1. Green vegetables:
Vegetables have low fat and calories but are rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. Your diet should include dark, green, fresh and leafy vegetables to control your weight and blood pressure. Asparagus, Swiss chard, kale, spinach and kale, have vitamins A, C, E and K in abundance and contain certain antioxidants that help you get of rid toxins from the body. Additionally, calcium, magnesium and potassium in the greens put them on the top of the list for heart health.
2. Potatoes:
There is no reason as to why potatoes are slammed, ridiculed and criticized. As long as they are not deep fried, potatoes can be good for maintaining a healthy heart. They are rich in calcium, carbohydrates, starch and potassium, which can help lower blood pressure. They are also fiber-rich, which again is associated with reduced risk for heart disease.
3. Citrus fruits:
Citrus fruits like oranges are high in vitamin C and flavonoids. Therefore, they have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease. But you should not include citrus fruit juices in your diet as they contain added sugar which may lead to weight gain and an unhealthy heart.
4. Nuts:
Almonds, walnuts, cashews and pistachios are all good for a healthy heart. They have proteins, healthy fats and fiber. You can snack on some unsalted raw nuts, add them into your smoothies or nut butter. Simply having a few nuts in the morning breakfast can also do wonders for your heart health.
5. Dark chocolate:
Not all chocolates but only dark chocolate can be beneficial for a healthy heart. Dark chocolate contains flavonoids called polyphenols, which may help in controlling the blood pressure, inflammation and clotting. Milk chocolates and many candy bars are not a great option to protect your heart.
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