Every year September 29th is celebrated as World Heart Day. A World Heart Federation initiative to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and other heart diseases. This global campaign originally took place in September 2000 and important steps have been taken since then to remind people around the world to take care of their hearts. A heart healthy diet would ultimately lead to a healthy life, and taking care of the heart is essential to a healthy life. It’s no secret that you are what you eat. It doesn’t matter how many exercise programs you follow or how many apps you log in, if you do not eat properly, all your efforts will be in vain. While regular exercise is a must, eating a nutritious breakfast daily will help maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle and heart health.
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As every year, World Heart Day 2021 encourages you to lead a healthy lifestyle and a healthy diet. There are certain foods that can be very beneficial to your heart health. Here we bring you a list of 5 breakfast recipes to help you promote good heart health. Read on to find out more about them.
World Heart Day 2021: Here are the 5 best heart-healthy breakfast recipes you need to try:
1. Low calorie oat idli
Oats are one of the healthiest grains on earth. They are known for their heart-healthy diet. Plus, they’re high in soluble fiber, which in turn helps lower cholesterol levels. Here we bring you a super light and healthy breakfast recipe for you. Low in calories, low in carbohydrates and high in nutrients, these oat idlis are light and fluffy. Click here for the recipe.
2. Avocado toast on whole wheat bread
Avocado contains many essential vitamins and minerals that make it an indispensable food in our diet. To make this toast, cut an avocado into slices, mash it, and place it on a piece of toasted whole wheat bread. Garnish with sesame seeds, spring onions, cherry tomatoes and your wholesome breakfast is ready.
3. Spinach and egg omelette
Spinach (palak) is one of the most nutritious leafy green vegetables we have. It’s a great source of potassium, magnesium, powerful antioxidants, and lutein, which help in thickening the artery walls, reducing the risk of heart disease. Make an egg white omelette, add spinach and other leafy greens, and enjoy the new exciting green twist.
4. Apple and chia seed smoothie
According to nutritionist Mehar, chia seeds can be eaten whole or in ground form. It can be mixed in smoothies, juices or soups. No matter what form you eat them, chia seeds do not lose their nutritional values ”. Chia seeds, along with apples, are also known to lower LDL (unhealthy cholesterol) levels and further reduce the risk of hardening of the arteries in the heart, creating a nutritious yet delicious smoothie that will keep your body energized for the rest of the day . Here is the recipe.
5. Almond and Cranberry Poha
According to PubMed Central, berries are rich in antioxidants like anthocyanins, which protect against oxidative stress and inflammation that contribute to the development of heart disease. This poha enriched with cranberries is a light and filling dish. Here’s a simple poha recipe filled with not only the goodness of cranberry but coconut and almond that you can easily make at home for a heart-healthy breakfast!
So try these easy, quick, and heart-healthy recipes at home and let us know which one has become your favorite.
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