Food Items That Will Do Wonders For Your Heart Health

Published on 11/04/2018
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Kiwi

We know that it will be easy to dislike kiwis if you only judge it based on its cover. However, peel away the furry shell and you will be blessed with its excellent nutritional offerings. This green fruit actually boasts of polyphenols, potassium, magnesium, copper, and various vitamins. If you’re not sure what to make of this, just know that kiwis protect your cardiovascular system, lessen blood clots, and improve your heart health.

Kiwi

Kiwi

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Lentils

The next item on our list is yet another incredible legumes – lentils, of course. They are loaded with folic acid, fiber, magnesium, vitamins, and plenty of potassium! Interestingly, they actually offer more potassium than a banana does. Aside from these incredible facts, did you know that lentils can improve your dish or soup? If you’re not convinced that it is great for your cardiovascular health, we’ll have you know that it was recommended by the DASH diet, a nutritional regimen with the goal to decrease blood pressure.

Lentils

Lentils

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