Top 5 Foods That Keep Your Heart Healthy!

60% of cardiac patients in the world are from India! How’s that for a stat? But then, there’s also another stat that begs for attention! And this is about the fact that the treatment cost for cardiac diseases in India has crossed the $2 trillion mark.

While these stats may sound alarm bells in your mind, a few changes to your lifestyle and food habits can thwart the risk of heart diseases. These are common food items which you can order from an online shopping store. Here are the top five food items that keep your heart healthy.

1. Whole Grains – Whole grains such as wheat, pulses and beans are extremely beneficial for your heart. These are rich in natural fibre and vitamins that keep your heart in good shape. These also contain iron, magnesium and other anti-oxidants that reduce blood pressure.
   
   
   
   
   
2. Oats – Make the perfect start to the day with oats. They help in keeping your weight under control and help you feel energetic throughout the day. They contain beta glucan a soluble fibre which helps in lowering the levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) in the body.
   
   

   

    
3. Olive Oil – Oil is a vital ingredient to Indian food preparation and also one of the main reasons behind cardiac problems. Switching to olive oil is beneficial to your heart as it contains monounsaturated fats which are good for heart. It lowers LDL (bad cholesterol) in the body.
   
   
   
4. Tomatoes – They are a good source of vitamins and also purify your blood. In fact regular consumption of fresh tomatoes in salads and sandwiches reduces risk of heart diseases and prevents chances of haemorrhage.
   
   
   
5. Sweet Lime (Mousambi) - Flavonoids in sweet lime help in reducing the risk of heart diseases and stroke. It also helps in keeping the body weight in control which is essential for a healthy heart.