14 Healthy Foods for Heart Patients

 Fresh fruit and vegetable products are staples for a healthy heart, because they help remove free radicals in the bloodstream and can protect blood vessels. Likewise, whole grains, nuts, fish and tea, are equally important for protecting the heart with complex phytonutrients.

A healthy heart cannot be obtained by consuming only one type of food, we need to consume various types of food that contain a variety of different nutrients.

The foods listed below are the best for protecting the heart and blood vessels.

1. Yogurt 

Researchers show yogurt can protect against gum disease. If left untreated, gum disease can increase a person's risk of heart disease.

2. Raisins 

The antioxidants in raisins combat the growth of the types of bacteria that can cause inflammation and gum disease. 

3. Grains 

Grains contain antioxidants, phytoestrogens and phytosterols that are protective against coronary heart disease. Soluble fiber in whole grains can also lower bad cholesterol (LDL).

4. Green Beans 

In addition to lowering bad cholesterol levels, green beans also contain flavonoids which work to inhibit platelet adhesion in the blood, thereby reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. 

5. Salmon 

Salmon and tuna contain omega 3 fatty acids which are good for lowering blood pressure and can help prevent irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias). 

6. Nuts 

Nuts are full of vitamins, minerals, heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and low in saturated fat.

7. Dark Chocolate Researchers found that cocoa is rich in flavanols, which have blood-thinning effects, are beneficial for heart health, and boost the immune system by reducing inflammation. 

8. Tomatoes Is a fruit that is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium and fiber. Tomatoes also contain lycopene, which will work with other vitamins and minerals to help prevent and treat heart disease. 

9. Apples Flavonoids contained in apples such as quercetin, epicatechin, epigalokatehin, and kaempferol have a key role in preventing oxidation of bad cholesterol (LDL), preventing plaque growth in arteries, and inhibiting inflammation.

10. Various Berries Various berries such as strawberries, blueberries, acai berries, bilberries, raspberries, and various other berries can increase good cholesterol and lower blood pressure. 

11. Red pomegranate The anthocyanin compounds contained in red pomegranate can help reduce plaque buildup in the arteries and lower blood pressure. 

12. Banana It contains potassium which helps maintain heart function and balance sodium and water in the body. Potassium helps the kidneys excrete excess sodium, thereby contributing to healthy blood pressure.

13. Popcorn 

Contains polyphenols which can improve heart health. 

14. Green tea 

Scientists found that those who drink green tea every day have very good heart health.

refference : https://rsudza.acehprov.go.id/tabloid/2016/06/21/14-makanan-sehat-untuk-penderita-jantung/

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