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10 Heart-Healthy Foods You Need to Add to Your Diet Today
Looking for ways to support your heart health while enjoying delicious food? This video highlights 10 heart-healthy foods that can help reduce cholesterol, lower inflammation, and keep your heart strong for years to come. Whether you’re trying to manage your current heart health or simply want to prevent future problems, this video will guide you through the best foods to add to your diet.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
Why Fiber Matters: Learn how it helps improve heart health and regulate cholesterol.
The Power of Pulses and Beans: These foods play a key role in heart health by helping lower cholesterol.
Soy and Its Heart Benefits: Discover how incorporating soy can help protect your heart.
Nuts, Seeds, and Leafy Greens: Unlock the heart-boosting potential of these nutrient-dense foods.
Fruits and Fatty Fish: Learn which fruits and fish like salmon are vital for cardiovascular health.
Whole Grains, Garlic, and Olive Oil: These kitchen staples are more than just tasty—they’re powerful tools for heart protection.
Yogurt: Find out how this creamy food can help reduce cholesterol levels and support heart health.
🌟 Why Watch This Video?
Heart disease is preventable, and the right foods can make a huge difference! This video will show you which foods to prioritize for a heart-healthy diet that’s both simple and delicious.
📌 Watch now to discover the top foods you should be eating for a healthier heart. Take charge of your health, one bite at a time!
💬 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tips on heart health and nutrition. Share with a friend who cares about their heart! ❤️
00:00 – Heart Healthy Diet
00:55 – Eating more fiber for heart health
01:14 – Pulses and beans for regulating cholesterol
01:40 – Soy for heart health
02:09 – Nuts and seeds
02:35 – Leafy greens
03:11 – Fruit
03:56 – Fatty fish such as salmon
04:32 – Whole grains
05:06 – Garlic for cholesterol
05:30 – Olive oil
05:48 – Yogurt
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hi I'm Lisa Valente registered dietitian with Healthline today we're talking about the best foods for your heart a heart healthy diet includes a variety of foods that can help you manage cholesterol blood pressure and blood sugar levels and keep your arteries healthy let's talk about the factors that affect your heart health some things you can manage while other things might be out of your control your family history age sex and ethnicity for example are risk factors you can't control for instance men are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease at an earlier age and your risk increases if you're over age 50 your medications stress smoking activity levels and what you eat however are things you can manage and change diet is one of your most powerful tools for boosting heart health your overall eating patterns can have a big impact try to eat more fiber fruits vegetables and healthy fats and try to eat less saturated fat sodium and added sugar some Foods in particular have been researched and found to be good for your heart here are 10 heart healthy foods and how to get them on your plate we also have pulled together some recipes that use these ingredients on healthline.com and we'll link those below pulses and beans remember pulses are good for your pulse AKA heart health the pulse family includes dried beans lentils and peas they're high in fiber which helps regulate cholesterol and blood sugar they're also rich in potassium and magnesium I which can help manage your blood pressure you can add beans to soups and stews or use lentils to replace some or all of the ground meat in many recipes soy products soy products include tofu Tempe and soy milk soy beans are part of the pulse family so you're getting those benefits we just talked about plus some extra perks soy contains compounds called isoflavones which seem to have several benefits for heart health eating more soy products may help lower inflammation and cholesterol levels try using firm tofu instead of meat in a stir fry or silk and tofu to add protein to a smoothie or snack on a handful of edamame nuts and seeds nuts and seeds include walnuts almonds pecans pumpkin seeds Chia flax and more eating those are associated with a lower risk of heart disease this could be due to the fiber healthy fats and antioxidants found in many of them nuts can be enjoyed as a snack or sprinkled on a salad and small seeds can be ground up and added to yogurt or bread you can also try Tia seeds and chia seed pudding we can link our recipe video here dark leafy greens leafy greens such as Roma kale bok choy spinach and beet greens are another great option for your heart a diet high in fruits and vegetables is associated with better heart health research has found that specific fruits and vegetables such as dark leafy greens may be even more beneficial many leafy greens are great fresh in a salad or on a sandwich if you're using them in a stir fry add them toward the end because they can cook a little quickly and if you think you don't like any greens start small only use a handful or cook them down or try them in a smoothie where it's really hard to taste them fruit fruit especially Citrus and berries has many health benefits the same research that found extra benefits of eating leafy greens also suggests that people who eat more citrus fruits such as grapefruit oranges tangerines and pomelos tend to have fewer heart attacks and strokes berries are high in antioxidants which may help to reduce inflammation and decrease your chances of developing plaque buildup in your arteries to top it off all fruits contain fiber which may help manage cholesterol levels choose fresh or frozen fruits and eat them straight or add them to smoothies salads or even Savory dishes be careful of eating grapefruit if you take certain medications such as statins as it may cause interaction so check those labels or check in with your Healthcare team fatty fish Fat has a long history of being the bad guy but it's not the type of fat you eat however is important there is Recent research that encourages us to eat more of some types of fats omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation in your body to protect your heart and blood vessels fatty fish are the best dietary source of Omega-3s choose sardines anchovies salmon trout and mackerel try preparing your fish in different ways and find your favorite grilling roasting baking and air frying can all be delicious whole grains whole grains are grain products that include the entire grain meaning they contain more antioxidants fiber and nutrients compared to refined grains fiber is important to manage your blood sugar and cholesterol levels people who eat more whole grains have a lower risk of heart disease look for products with whole grain as the first ingredient enjoy oatmeal brown rice whole wheat pasta bulgar quinoa and more try bat cooking them for easy side dishes and include them in power bowls which might contain a grain a protein veggies and dressings and some fun crunchy toppings like nuts or seeds garlic although garlic breath is less than Pleasant several studies have suggested that garlic may increase your levels of good HDL cholesterol while lowering your levels of bad LDL cholesterol and triglycerides use garlic to add flavor to Meats sauces and dressings garlic and other herbs and spices may also help you use less salt which can be helpful in managing your blood pressure two more to go olive oil olive oil is a heart healthy Pantry staple it's a source of healthy fat which can help to lower inflammation in your body people who eat more olive oil tend to have lower rates of heart disease use olive oil based dressings or drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil on vegetables before roasting yogurt yogurt especially low fat unsweetened yogurt is a heart healthy addition to your day low-fat dairy products including yogurt are a key part of a dash diet Dash stands for dietary approaches to stop hypertension it's a heart healthy eating pattern that can help lower blood pressure Studies have found that people who eat more yogurt have a lower risk of heart disease you can replace sour cream with plain Greek yogurt on tacos or chili or build your own yogurt parfait with fruit some whole green cereal or granola and slivered almonds and there you go 10 heart healthy foods now this isn't a complete list there are many other heart healthy foods out there like avocados tomatoes and apples in for an overall eating pattern with plenty of fruits vegetables beans nuts seeds whole grains lean proteins and healthy fats if you're interested in learning more about heart healthy diets check out our video on the Mediterranean diet the Mediterranean diet is only one of several eating patterns that focuses on eating whole plant-based foods and limiting your intake of added sugar saturated fats and highly processed foods if you haven't already it's a good idea to check in with your doctor if it's been a while they may request that you get your cholesterol blood sugar and blood pressure checked they can help you understand any risk factors you may have for heart disease it's also a good idea to know your numbers so you can track improvements or notice any Trends or changes if you have a favorite heart healthy recipe please share it in the comment section below and don't forget to like subscribe for more heart healthy ideas and tips see you next time [Music]
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Where have you mentioned beef? The most nutritional food in the world is beef. Those other foods you mention are marginally good, but only if meat is your main food. You actually mentioned to replace meat with some of the foods? Why would you ever want to replace meat with something else? Are you biased against meat or simply ignorant of the benefits. Your suggestions are very high in carbohydrates which we don’t need at all. None! Not essential. Yet the vitamins that are only found in meat are extremely essential
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Good Job!!! 143
This video is so insightful and clearly breaks down essential steps for heart health. It's exactly the kind of practical advice I needed.
I've been experimenting with healthier eating habits over the past year, really focusing on what fuels my body, and I've noticed a massive difference. Specifically, after adjusting my diet with a focus on more whole foods and balanced nutrients, my energy levels are consistently higher throughout the day, and I just feel so much lighter and more active. It's been incredibly motivating to see those tangible improvements in my daily life.
This journey of understanding how to genuinely nourish my body and the positive changes it brought is actually a huge part of what inspired me to start documenting my own experiences right here on this platform.
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1) pluses and beans
2) soy products
3) nuts and seeds
4) dark leafy greens
5) fruits
6) grapefruit
10) fatty fish
11) whole grains
12) garlic
13) olive oil
14) yogurt, avacado, tomato, apple and many more
Thanku
very good congratulations
Fantastic video, Healthline! 🩺 These 10 heart-healthy foods are such a great mix for lowering cholesterol and boosting heart health—love the spotlight on yogurt and fatty fish! For more natural wellness tips, including how apple cider vinegar supports gut and hair health, check out our video: https://youtu.be/W1ZdeZJZXvg. More health hacks on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChillAndHealEnglish! 🌿 #HeartHealth #HealthyEating #ChillAndHeal
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Please don’t speak sooo fast I can’t keep up thanks Linda
Hi there, I am new here. Should I use low fat milk for my coffee and tea? Should I stay away from cereal ( multi grain Cheerios) for breakfast? Thanks so much for making the video.
Few words .First everything you said is true just we need to be careful in avoiding pesticides which are too heavily used these days so buy organic or grow it yourself !
One major problem with leafy greens is that they tend to have lots of bugs so they get very high levels of spraying of pesticides which can be very unhealthy for your heart (Organophosphates) .So buy organic greens .Also garlic is sprayed with Aldrin which is a very bad pesticide and only permitted for use with garlic .So garlic should always always be organic .
This information comes from the people who work with and regulate pesticide production facilities ,not from some quasi scientific magazine you buy at the supermarket
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Walnuts maybe better than almonds plus flaxseeds. Spinach is great except it may contribute to oxalates especially if youre prone to kidney stones.Nightdhades(tomatoes 🍅, potatoes 🥔, cucmber 🥒, peppers & eggplant🍆 ) along with beans(e.g kidney beans phytohemagglutinin) contains lectins which may contribute to intestinal permeability(aka leaky gut)