A look at Heart Healthy Foods
There are many healthy foods out there that are geared towards a heart healthy lifestyle. Revolution Health published an article that lists some of these foods.
Almonds are good for your heart because “[m]ost of the fat in almonds is monounsaturated fat – a healthier type of fat that may help lower blood cholesterol levels”.
Apples contain pectin, a form of fiber that can help lower cholesterol.
Broccoli “contains phytonutrients – a group of compounds that may help prevent chronic diseases, such as heart disease”.
Red beans “contain phytonutrients that may help prevent chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer”.
One of the largest promoters of a heart healthy diet is salmon. This is because salmon is full of omega-3 fatty acids which reduces the chances of developing clots that can lead to heart attacks. Revolution Health states that “Omega-3s may also protect against irregular heartbeats that may cause sudden cardiac death, decrease triglyceride levels, decrease the growth of artery-clogging plaques, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke”.
How does your diet play a role in your heart’s health?
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I very strongly agree with your points on omega-3 fatty acids. Well spoken, great analogy!
Question for you: What is the threshold for consuming “too much” salmon? I hear a lot of people that eat sushi tell me they are eating healthy… arguably they are, but to some extent there has to be a fine line.
Thanks for your help! Again, nice article.
In terms of too much salmon, I would say you take it the same way you’d take anything in your diet–as long as the fat and protein does not account for more than what you’re doing activity-wise, or if too many calories are being taken from salmon, then you should be fine.
As for sushi, I think there’s a misconception of it being super healthy. Stay away from the deep fried rolls, maki, rolls that contain rice, etc. Sashimi is definitely a healthier alternative.