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Several
dietitians were asked for their favorite
heart-protective foods. Here's the list of the 10
superfoods that may help lower your risk of
developing heart disease:
1.
Sardines -- great source of omega-3 fatty
acids and niacin.
2. Mackerel -- another
source of omega-3 fats and the antioxidant mineral
selenium.
 3.
Walnuts -- good source
of good fats.
4. Tofu
-- shown to reduce LDL cholesterol.
5. Prunes -- good
source of fiber, iron and the antioxidant
beta-carotene.
6. Plums
-- good source of fiber, iron and the antioxidant
beta-carotene.
7. Oatmeal -- low on
glycemic index and an instant boost of fiber.
8
Kidney beans -- low-fat, high in soluble
fiber and low on the glycemic index.
9.
Chickpeas -- low-fat, high in soluble
fiber and low on the glycemic index.
10.
Barley -- combats constipation, good
source of iron and other minerals.
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