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Melon contains fiber, potassium, vitamin C and choline, which contribute to heart health.
Eat a kiwi a day or a cup of melon.
2. Oily fish helps keep arteries clean.
Salmon, tuna, and herring contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are a source of healthy fats and prevent plaque buildup in the arteries.
According to Harvard Medical School, fish consumption is associated with a lower incidence of heart attacks.
Make sure you consume sustainably caught fish and avoid buying farmed salmon, as its flesh often contains toxic chemicals and has less omega-3 fatty acids.
Read more here about the incredible health benefits of omega-3 fish oil.
Taking omega-3 is also one of the 70 habits featured in my e-book “70 Powerful Habits for Great Health,” which will guide you in taking positive steps to improve your overall well-being and health.
3. Berries and red grapes help prevent cardiovascular disease and vascular calcification in the arteries.
Grapes contain flavonoids (natural antioxidants) that prevent the oxidation of bad cholesterol. According to the medical journal Nutrients, flavonoids may help prevent heart disease and protect arterial walls.
Strawberries, cherries, blueberries, and other berries contain powerful antioxidants and are packed with vitamins. Buy organic to avoid excessive pesticide use.
You can find more information about the amazing healing properties of berries in my ebook The Guide to Healing Berries.
4. Garlic helps keep arteries clean.
Garlic has many medicinal properties, one of which is protection against heart disease. Garlic reduces blood pressure and levels of bad cholesterol.
For example, one study found that consuming garlic can prevent heart disease and treat its symptoms.
For medicinal purposes, eat one or two cloves of raw, chopped garlic. If using supplements, check the allicin content, which is the active ingredient in garlic. Also, be sure to avoid these common mistakes when using garlic for its medicinal benefits.