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Foods To Eat For a Healthier Heart

ByDr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M
Foods To Eat For a Healthier Heart
  • Leafy Greens: high in vitamin K and nitrates, it helps to reduce blood pressure and improve arterial function
  • Whole Grains: helps to lower cholesterol and blood pressure
  • Berries: rich in antioxidants, it helps to reduce multiple risk factors for heart problems
  • Avocados: high in healthy fats and potassium, it helps to lower cholesterol and blood pressure
  • Fatty Fish: high in omega-3 fatty acids, it helps to reduce heart disease risk factors, blood pressure, and cholesterol
  • Walnuts: helps to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure
  • Beans: high in resistant starch, it helps to reduce levels of cholesterol, blood pressure and decreases inflammation
This article was reviewed by Dr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M — Board-Certified Integrative Cardiologist at Holistic Heart Centers, Roslyn, NY. This content is for educational purposes and does not substitute personalized medical advice.

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