Thursday, January 31, 2013

TOP 10 FOODS FOR HEART HEALTH



1. CACAO (RAW CHOCOLATE) ❥ Has a blood-thinning effect, which can help your heart health and reduce inflammation

2. STRAWBERRIES ❥ Or any other berry you choose! They are anti-inflammatory for the body, which can reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer

3. KIDNEY BEANS ❥ Low in fat and high in fiber, they help to keep cholesterol low. Any legumes in general are great, but more colorful of beans usually contains extra flavonoids, the chemicals that act as antioxidants and can protect against heart disease

4. AVOCADO ❥ Loaded with heart healthy fats

5. WALNUTS ❥ Packed with Omega-3 fatty acids and mono and polyunsaturated fat

6. GREEN TEA ❥ Full of catechins and flavonols which promote heart health

7. OATMEAL ❥ Contains omega-3 fatty acids, folate, and potassium, which helps keep cholesterol low and arteries clear

8. FLAX SEED ❥ Has omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids

9. OLIVE OIL ❥ Go for organic extra-virgin Contains monounsaturated fats, which helps keep cholesterol low

10. KALE ❥ Contains heart-healthy antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, folate, potassium, and vitamin E

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