a healthy heart kitchen

these foods work harder than others to protect your heart: BLUEBERRIES antioxidants help fight inflammation & lower bad LDL cholesterol, blood fats & blood sugar FLAXSEEDS rich in ALA, a fatty acid that may help regulate blood pressure, blood fat, & inflammation LEGUMES soluble fiber lowers cholesterol & can help improve insulin resistance NUTS packed with heart helpers, like omerga-3 fatty acids, phytochemicals, potassium, & vit E OATMEAL a great source of soluble fiber & full of heart-friendly B vitamins OLIVE + CANOLA OIL high in heart-smart monounsaturated fats; lower in saturated fat than other oils RED WINE + GRAPE JUICE contain high levels of antioxidants that help protect the vascular system SALMON omega-3s help reduce triglycerides & bad cholesterol & make blood flow smoothly, lessening the chances of clotting SOY replace meat in your meal with soy-based foods to help lower your cholesterol SPINACH B vitamins & antioxidants fight heart disease; magnesium can help lower blood pressure