These Food Items Belong In Your Diet If You Want A Healthier Heart

Published on 03/17/2020
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Sweet Potato

It is one of the most popular members of the potato family for a great reason! Sweet potatoes are so tasty that they are often added to almost every meal including vegetables, meat, and even chicken dishes. Some even add it to a salad or make it a topping for pizza, while some people have even tried using it for their pasta. This nutritious superfood is loaded with potassium and it helps in lowering blood pressure and preventing heart attacks and strokes. It also maintains fluid balance in the body. Sweet potatoes also aid in regulating your heartbeat thereby making your heart healthier.

Sweet Potato

Sweet Potato

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Walnuts

Walnuts are always added to salads to add a bit of crunch. They are just as awesome as snacks as well. Walnuts are a great source of ALA or alpha-linolenic acid AKA one of the omega-3 fatty acids that are good for your body. This means that walnuts help reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels. This nutty superfood will surely keep your ticker in tip-top shape.

Walnuts

Walnuts

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