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Reducing chronic inflammation is one of the best methods of improving the cardiovascular system and fighting its diseases. Legumes, components of Mediterranean cuisine, potatoes are among the best anti-inflammatory products.
"Try to more often replace sources of animal protein with a high fat content with legumes - this effectively reduces the risk of heart disease," experts advise.
Olive oil, garlic. The Mediterranean type of diet is one of the best for the health of the heart and blood vessels. Its base product, olive oil, contains the unique anti-inflammatory compound oleocanthal. Garlic, in turn, has an anti-inflammatory effect due to the compound allicin in its composition.
Potato. Boiled or baked, this product provides the body with a large amount of potassium. The mineral activates the removal of excess fluid from the body, reduces pressure - this improves the heart, reducing the load on it, due to which inflammation also decreases.
Walnuts, almonds. By eating a 30-gram handful of nuts most days of the week, you provide a cardioprotective effect. Studies show that regular consumption of nuts can reduce the risk of heart disease by 35%. Walnuts and almonds are among the best heart-healthy foods: they contain biologically active plant compounds (for example, phytosterols) with anti-inflammatory properties.
Flax seeds. In the diet, they can become the best sources of lignans, which belong to a unique type of fiber that is not common in food products. Lignans have a fibrous structure, contain bioactive polyphenols, omega-3 fatty acid (alpha-linolenic). The action of this combination of nutrients contributes to the reduction of cholesterol and blood pressure.
