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World Heart Day: 5 foods to add to your diet for a healthy heart

List of five simple foods that will benefit your heart.

DNA Web Team | Sep 29, 2018, 11:36 AM IST

1.Dark chocolate

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Dark chocolate: This contains cacao, which is rich in flavanols, which helps lower your blood pressure and prevent blood clots. It also acts as an antioxidant, which stops cholesterol from sticking to your artery walls. (Photo: Pixabay)

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2.Fish

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Fish: According to the American Heart Association, people who consume fish regularly are less like to have cardiovascular disease.The benefits come from omega-3 fatty acids. (Photo: Pixabay)

3.Apples

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Apples: The fruit contains phytonutrients or phytochemicals, which act as antioxidants against LDL, the damaging portion of cholesterol in the blood stream and helps reduce the risk of heart disease. (Photo: File Photo)

4.Beans

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Beans: Adding beans to your diet is good for you heart, as it is low in fat and a cholesterol-free source of protein. (Photo: Pixabay)

5.Fresh vegetables

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Fresh vegetables are an excellent source of nutrition and consuming them will ensure a stronger heart, studies have suggested.

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