{"id":4115,"date":"2021-05-17T22:29:29","date_gmt":"2021-05-17T22:29:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=4115"},"modified":"2021-05-17T22:30:09","modified_gmt":"2021-05-17T22:30:09","slug":"10-foods-to-prevent-heart-attack-and-stroke-that-you-must-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/10-foods-to-prevent-heart-attack-and-stroke-that-you-must-know\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Foods To Prevent Heart Attack And Stroke That You Must Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Good health is of great importance. By knowing what foods to eat, you can avoid a heart attack or a stroke easily. Check out a list of 10 foods to prevent heart attack\/stroke right now.\n<h4>1. Pomegranates\n</h4><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4133 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Pomegranates-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Pomegranates-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Pomegranates are tasty, fun to eat, and can help your arteries as well. Based on several clinical studies, pomegranate has been proven to help clear clogged arteries.\n</p><p>This fruit can help because it has high levels of antioxidants. Which can greatly increase the production of nitric oxide in our blood. It also improves blood flow and arterial plaque build-up.\n</p><p>Enjoy your serving of this delicious fruit.\n</p><h4>2. Flax-seed\n</h4><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4131 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Flax-seed-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Flax-seed-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Flax-seed may be tiny, but it is packed with benefits. Did you know that aside from the long list of benefits that flax-seed can offer, it can also be beneficial for your arteries?\n</p><p>According to NCBI, flaxseed is a great alternative to marine products. In fact, it has been found that it\u2019s one of the richest sources of plant-based omega-3 fatty acid and ALA or alpha-linolenic acid.\n</p><p>Go ahead and add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed to your cereal.\n</p><h4>3. Walnuts\n</h4><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4137 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Walnuts-1024x701.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"701\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Walnuts-1024x701.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Walnuts aren\u2019t just tasty; they can also help our arteries by improving their flexibility. It also helps us by maintaining a healthy cholesterol level.\n</p><p>Walnuts are a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a plant-based omega-3 fatty acid. Walnuts contain 2.5 grams of ALA per ounce \u2013 that\u2019s amazing, right?\n</p><p>Now, who wants a serving of carrot walnut cake?\n</p><h4>4. Fish\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4134 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1SALMON-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1SALMON-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Who loves fish? We do! Aside from being delicious and healthy, fish can also do wonders for your arteries. According to studies, fish oils can prevent the accumulation of cholesterol and fats in the aorta (the main artery that carries our blood away from our heart), thus preventing heart attacks.\n</p><p>Also, fish has plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, and as we all know, these can do so much for us, such as enhancing our cardiovascular health.\n</p><p>You might want to start eating more herring, salmon, mackerel, tuna, and trout.\n</p><h4>5. Turmeric\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4136 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Turmeric-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Turmeric-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Are you familiar with Turmeric? If not, then it\u2019s time to start studying this herb\/spice.\n</p><p>Turmeric has been a staple spice and medicinal herb in India, and now, scientists are amazed by how amazing this plant is. Curcumin, the main active ingredient in Turmeric, packs powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant.\n</p><p>Now, for the health of your arteries and even for your heart, you should start incorporating Turmeric into your diet.\n</p><p>The current studies involving curcumin showed a drastic change in people who consume Turmeric. In fact, it even shows that it can slow down the development of atherosclerosis.\n</p><p>Try Turmeric tea or start searching for recipes too.\n</p><h4>6. Green Tea\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4132 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Green-Tea-1024x680.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"680\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Green-Tea-1024x680.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>You should add this to your list of benefits. According to studies, there have been several results that indicate how green tea can help our arteries.\n</p><p>According to health.harvard.edu, green tea may work wonders for your heart and arteries. It can aid in lowering LDL cholesterol and even triglycerides, which then prevents stroke, heart diseases, and atherosclerosis.\n</p><p>So drink up and enjoy your green tea.\n</p><h4>7. Citrus Fruits\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4129 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Citrus-Fruits-1024x760.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"760\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Citrus-Fruits-1024x760.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Eating your favorite citrus fruit doesn\u2019t just give you vitamins; it can also aid in improving your heart health. Did you know that citrus fruits can effectively reduce systolic blood pressure?\n</p><p>In a study by the University of Southern California, Department of Preventive Medicine, eating grapefruits and oranges, in particular, can protect your arteries from clogging because they\u2019re high in viscous fiber.\n</p><p>What\u2019s your favorite citrus fruit?\n</p><h4>8. Cinnamon\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4128 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Cinnamon-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Cinnamon-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Cinnamon is a very delicious spice, no doubt about that.\n</p><p>This aromatic spice doesn\u2019t just give you delicious flavors; it also helps you in so many ways. First, it\u2019s loaded with antioxidants that protect you from free radicals. It\u2019s also packed with anti-inflammatory properties, and can greatly reduce the risk of stroke and heart diseases.\n</p><p>It can reduce your level of total cholesterol, the \u201cbad\u201d LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides, but it doesn\u2019t intervene with your \u201cgood\u201d HDL cholesterol.\n</p><p>Don\u2019t forget to stock up on this aromatic spice.\n</p><h4>9. Spinach\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4135 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Spinach-1024x678.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"678\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Spinach-1024x678.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Any dark, leafy green is good for your body in a multitude of ways. But if you\u2019re specifically looking to lower your risk of stroke or heart attack, spinach is the way to go. This is because spinach is full of folic acid.\n</p><p>Spinach is a great way to get your needed milligrams of folic acid.\n</p><h4>10. Dark Chocolate\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4130 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/1Dark-Chocolate-1024x678.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"678\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/writehorizon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/1Dark-Chocolate-1024x678.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Studies and doctors have found that dark chocolate is one of the best ways to keep your heart healthy. Dark chocolate has also been known to reduce the risk of stroke. Dark chocolate can help with inflammation as well as clotting of the blood. For a heart-healthy snack, always make sure to pick dark chocolate with the highest amount of cacao and the lowest amount of added sugar.\n</p><p>By watching what we intake and what we eat, we can dramatically alter our health. These amazing foods aren\u2019t that hard to find, they may already be in your pantry.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Good health is of great importance. By knowing what foods to eat, you can avoid a heart attack or a stroke easily. Check out a list of 10 foods to prevent heart attack\/stroke right now. 1. Pomegranates Pomegranates are tasty, fun to eat, and can help your arteries as well. 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