This Valentine's Day, let's show some love to our hearts too! It's a day of love and indulgence, but that doesn't mean we can't celebrate in a heart-healthy way. Let's make this Valentine's Day special by incorporating these heart-healthy foods into our romantic meals. 💜
1. Salmon - packed with omega-3 fatty acids, helps reduce blood pressure and keep clotting at bay.
2. Oatmeal - high in soluble fiber, which can lower cholesterol.
3. Blueberries - full of heart-healthy phytonutrients and soluble fiber.
4. Dark chocolate - contains flavonoids called polyphenols, which can help blood pressure, clotting, and inflammation.
5. Citrus fruits - high in vitamin C, which has been linked with a lower risk of heart disease.
6. Soy - contains heart-healthy nutrients, including protein, fiber, and omega-3 fats.
7. Tomatoes - high in heart-healthy potassium and a good source of the antioxidant lycopene.
8. Nuts - including almonds, walnuts, pistachios, peanuts and macadamia nuts, all of which contain good-for-your-heart fiber.
9. Legumes - such as beans, chickpeas, lentils and peas, could significantly reduce levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or "bad cholesterol".
10. Extra-virgin olive oil - a good source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
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