25 of the Best Foods to Stop the #1 Killer in America

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11. Papaya

Can you say papaya salsa?! Super yummy and full of beta-carotene, lutein, folates, magnesium, potassium, along with vitamins C and E!

 

12. Tea

Green and black teas are especially heart healthy as they are loaded with flavonols and catechins, but almost any herbal tea is a good choice!

 

13. Oils

Olive oil and coconut oil are two of the best choices when it comes to your heart. Avocado oil is also another good choice. Olive oil is full of monounsaturated fats that can lower cholesterol levels.

 

14. Dark Chocolate

Talk about a heart healthy treat! Dark chocolate is the king of flavonoids and resveratrol. Just one ounce is all it takes to get all the healthy benefits for your heart. Just be certain that your dark chocolate contains at least 70 percent cocoa.

 

15. Cantaloupe

A fragrant, sweet cantaloupe is perfect as a snack, or lunch or breakfast treat. Cantaloupe is full of lutein, alpha and beta-carotene, vitamin C, B complex, and potassium. Simply cut and eat!

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