Around 92.1 million adults in the U.S. are living with cardiovascular disease or the aftereffect of stroke. It is a leading cause of death in the United States. It’s important to know some preventative measures for heart disease. One of those is diet. A balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables goes a long way. There are some specific foods that provide heart benefits as well. Below are some of those foods.
- Oils and foods high in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, such as salmon, trout, and tuna. Oils such as olive oil, canola, and corn.
- Berries such as raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries.
- Walnuts. These can help cut down LDL cholesterol.
- Fat-free or low-fat milk and yogurt. Dairy contains potassium which has a blood-pressure-lowering effect.
- Oatmeal. This contains certain fibers that lower LDL cholesterol.
- Dark beans such as kidney or black beans.
- Tomatoes.
- Vegetables such as leafy greens.
- Dark chocolate. In moderation and if it’s at least 70% cocoa.
- Avocados.
There are a lot of options when eating heart healthily. It can taste good and be good for you.
Some foods to limit are:
- Sodium
- Saturated fats
- Sugars
- Alcohol
