Flax Seeds
Flax seeds are rich in Omega-3 essential fatty acids, which are the good kind of fats. Flaxseeds are a popular supplement for those that don’t eat fish or nuts, and often sprinkled on salads or added to fruit or smoothies. Each tablespoon is packed with nutrition, and rich in estrogen and antioxidants, which have heart-healthy benefits.
Red Hot Chilli Peppers
Though we will always love Californication, we’re not quite sure if the spicy rock band are so good for your heart. However, the real red hot chilli peppers, the feisty vegetable kind, contain capsaicin which can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. This is good news for your heart health, but we wouldn’t recommend eating a raw, spicy pepper whole, like this guy! He may need some water…