Oat
Exchange those cheese omelet’s for a heart healthy breakfast of oats. Oats
are said to contain a type of fiber that helps to bind bile acids and
expel them from the body. These bile acids are made from cholesterol. A diet
that includes oats is effective in lowering the cholesterol levels in our body.
Oats are also rich in Omega 3 fatty acids.
Nuts
Munching on a handful of nuts can do wonders for your heart. It does not
mean that you should finish off that box of salted cashews. But it is a good
idea to exchange your mid-meal snack with some assorted nuts. Almonds, walnuts
and many more nuts are now considered to be the super foods in promoting heart
health.
Legumes
Legumes are great for the heart and have antioxidants, proteins and fiber. They
are also a great source to get your folate requirement from. Like berries they
also help in increasing the platelet activity.
Salmon
Salmon is easy to cook and may be included in your meal as a sandwich filling,
cold cuts, in sushi or even the filet as a main course. No other common fish
has such great amounts of Omega 3 as salmon, which is a rich source of
easily digestible protein, salmon aides in strengthening the heart muscles.