Foods good for your heart

Below are some of the good foods for heart disease:

Garlic and onions Contain a substance which interferes with formation of blood clots and helps reduce blood cholesterol and heart disease. Oat bran, barley and fruit pectin Contain soluble fiber which helps reduce the LDL(low density lipoprotein) without lowering HDL(high density lipoprotein). Broccoli Not only does it contain antioxidants, but also it is a particularly good source of folate which can reduce the level of homocysteine in the blood. High homocysteine is linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Olive oil Its monounsaturated fat is good for the heart. Salmon (or pilchards, trout, herrings, mackerel and sardines) Contains omega 3 fats that reduce blood clotting (thrombosis) and inflammation. Reduces the risk of having a heart attack. Flax seed, Sunflower seed and Hemp seed Also contain omega 3. Bananas Jam-packed with potassium which helps lower blood pressure. Apples Contain a form of soluble fibre called pectin that can help lower blood cholesterol level. Nuts All nuts are packed full of essential vitamins, minerals and fibre and can help reduce heart disease. Tea (black, green or red) Rich source of catechins which protect the artery walls against the damage that causes heart disease and prevents formation of sticky blood clots. Green tea also contains antioxidants, which protect cells in the body against damage from unstable oxygen molecules known as free radicals that can cause heart disease. Celery High in apigenin, a chemical which expands blood vessels and helps prevent high blood pressure. Cayenne A good food for the heart and it stabilizes the whole blood system. Hawthorn Berry A tonic for all heart related issues. It nourishes the heart, increases oxygen flow to the heart muscle and improves circulation.