Top 6 Heart Healthy Foods Help Prevent Heart Disease
Did you know that heart disease is the #1 killer among both men and women in the United States?
It’s obvious that a healthy diet reduces the risk of heart disease.
(And eating well is much more pleasurable – as well as more green and eco friendly – than medication).
But are some foods better than others to decrease your risk?
The answer is Yes!
If you want heart healthy foods, you need a diet that:
- contains unsaturated fats such as omega-3 fatty acids and olive oil, to reduce triglycerides
- Is rich in fibre – to help to decrease LDL cholesterol levels,
Here are the 6 best foods to eat if you want to protect yourself from deadly heart disease.
Top Heart Healthy Foods #1 – Sardines
Sardines are a wonderful source of omega-3 fatty acids, along with calcium and niacin.
You can prepare fresh ones on the grill. Or canned sardines work well in salads or sandwiches.
Top Heart Healthy Foods #2 – Mackerel
Mackerel is another excellent source of omega-3s, and is full of selenium, which is an antioxidant mineral which may help protect the body from heart disease.
Top Heart Healthy Foods #3 – Walnuts
A great way to get omega-3s on the go is by grabbing a handful of walnuts for an afternoon snack.
Add some to your green salad, or give chicken salad a nutrition boost by adding ground walnuts.
Now, let’s look at foods which will give you lots of heart healthy fibre.
Top Heart Healthy Foods #4 – Kidney Beans
Kidney beans are an affordable source of high fibre, are low fat, and have no cholesterol. Add them to salads and chili. Since canned varieties tend to be higher in sodium, try to use the dried varieties whenever possible.
Top Heart Healthy Foods #5 – Barley
Whole-grain barley is rich in soluble and insoluble fibre.
It’s also a good protein source and has a good supply of iron and minerals.
Choose whole-grain barley cereals, or substitute whole-grain barley for rice or pasta dishes.
Top Heart Healthy Foods #6 – Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a great way to boost your fibre content early in the morning, and it also has a low glycemic index, which helps to provide energy and stave off hunger.
Add raisins, apples, and raw honey to your oats for flavour.
(Instant oatmeal isn’t a healthy option as it’s usually loaded with sugar and is heavily processed).
Eating more of these heart-healthy foods will help to lessen your risk of suffering from heart disease.
Start including them in your food menus now!
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P.S. Good food is just so important!
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