Take your heart health up a tick!
21. Salmon | Broiled Salmon with Avocado Grapefruit Salsa
Let’s hear it for omega-3 fatty acids! Salmon is packed with these substances, which help lower blood pressure and protect the arteries by reducing plaque buildup.
22. Soy | Soy-Lime Chicken Skewers
Soy and soy foods, like tofu, deliver protein without unhealthy animal fats. These foods may also lower bad (LDL) cholesterol levels.
23. Sweet Potatoes | Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Chances are good you don’t usually associate sweet taters with heart health, but the fact is they contain potassium and fiber—both heart-healthy substances.
24. Tomatoes | Sun-Dried Tomato & Egg Muffins
Rich in the antioxidant lycopene, this food is high in potassium, too, which is a mineral essential for proper heart function.
25. Whole Grains | Balsamic Chicken Fillets over Whole Grain Pasta
Oat bran, rice, and other whole grains can help lower cholesterol when you make them regular items on your menu when you want foods for heart health.
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Resources
[1] CDC
[2] NIH
[3] NIH
