Foods that are GOOD for your HEART:

 Anti-oxidants are good for your heart because they decrease inflammation that may be affecting your heart arteries by eliminating the damaging oxygen free radicals.

 Such foods that are high in anti-oxidants are:

 Fruits and vegetables…

 Red grapes

Cranberries

Tomatoes

Onions

Tomato juice

Any berries

 These are just some …

 and

 Garlic – a clove/day or a pill 400 mg/day, can be beneficial for high blood pressure.

 Extra virgin olive-oil – has phytonutrients and monounsaturated fats which increase your “good” HDL cholesterol.

 Omega 3 Fatty Acids –

Decrease the triglycerides in your blood which can cause plaque in your heart arteries.

Can decrease your blood pressure.

Help your platelets in your blood become less “sticky” which can decrease clotting in your arteries.

 It is good to have 2-3 portions a week such as;

Wild salmon

Mahi-mahi

Catfish

Flounder

Tilapia

 4oz Red Wine –

 Can increase your “good” HDL cholesterol

Relaxes you

Contains anti-oxidants