8 foods to avoid for a healthier heart

Eating food with high levels of unhealthy ingredients like saturated and trans fats or excess salt could lead to an increased risk of heart diseases

Red meat

It is considered bad for the heart as it contains high levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides. One can switch to chicken or fish instead

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Bread and other bakery items

Processed bakery items are prepared using refined flour (maida), which can increase the level of LDL. Home-baked goods are a healthier alternative

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Ice cream and chocolates

They contain high amounts of sugar, carbohydrates, and bad fat. Most of these are empty calories with little or no nutritional value and can impact your heart health

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Oil

It is best to avoid oils that are high in saturated fats. Choose oils with unsaturated fats, or use it in limited quantities when needed

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Salt

It is important to limit salt consumption as sodium chloride causes irreversible damage in the blood vessels

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Sugar

Simple sugars should be avoided as they could affect your heart in the long run. Instead, opt for complex carbohydrates like whole grains and vegetables

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Processed food

They are high in cholesterol, carbohydrates, preservatives, added MSG (ajinomoto) and a lot of sodium that is bad for the heart

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Root vegetables

Root vegetables like tapioca, potato and sweet potato are high in carbs and sugar. So, it is better to have them baked or boiled and avoid frying them

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