Sep 29, 2023, 07:10 AM IST

World Heart Day: 5 fruits, vegetables for a healthy heart

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Fruits for good heart

Appple

In addition to their proven ability to reduce total cholesterol, apples help protect the heart due to their prebiotic content. 

Blueberries

Blueberries are loaded with antioxidants and anthocyanins, which are thought to reduce heart attack risks by widening blood vessels and bringing down blood pressure. 

Tomatoes

Lycopene-rich tomatoes have been linked to lower rates of heart disease and stroke as well as higher levels of HDL (good) cholesterol.

Avocado

Regular consumption of avocados may improve health in a number of ways, including preventing heart disease, enhancing the quality of one's diet overall, increasing satiety, and enhancing intestinal health.

Orange

It is a good source of potassium and fibre, both of which are good for the heart.

Vegetables for good heart

Beets

Due to their high nitrate content, beets are thought to benefit cardiovascular health in a number of ways. 

Winter squash

Squash and other foods high in potassium boost your heart and can lower blood pressure while also assisting your body in functioning. 

Leafy greens

Leafy green vegetables like kale, bok choy, spinach, and collard greens are among of the world's most nutrient-dense and heart-healthy foods. 

Cruciferous Vegetables

Cruciferous veggies like broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts are packed with heart-healthy nutrition because they are rich sources of glucosinolates and isothiocyanate.

Vegetables for good heart

Sweet potatoes

Your risk of heart problems may be reduced as sweet potatoes help lower your LDL "bad" cholesterol.