London: A healthy diet is one thing that can protect us from chronic health problems.
According to nutritionist Claudia Lefebvre, diet plays a very important role in preventing heart disease and heart attacks. If we know our diet, we can take care of our heart.
Claudia shares five foods that are good for keeping the heart healthy. Those foods are as follows:
Dark chocolate
Deliciously flavonoid-rich dark chocolate can help lower blood pressure and inflammation. According to experts, these two conditions can lay the foundation for cardiovascular disease.
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Rich in soluble fiber called beta-glucans, known to lower cholesterol. Cholesterol is a major symptom of cardiovascular problems.
Beans
Like barley, beans are rich in fiber, which can help lower cholesterol.
Green vegetables
According to experts, antioxidant-rich foods like broccoli and spinach can be very beneficial for cardiovascular health.
nuts
Nuts like almonds, pistachios and walnuts are rich in healthy fats and vitamins. According to experts, these fruits reduce bad cholesterol while increasing good cholesterol.
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