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Diet

17 veggies for heart health

Nutrition and health expert Manisha Mehta tells you which vegetables can boost
your health and keep your heart in shape
Vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. People who eat more vegetables as part of their
overall diet are likely to have a reduced risk of acquiring chronic diseases. Vegetables are low in
calories and provide the essential vitamins, nutrients and minerals that a body requires.
Here are 17 vegetables that will keep your heart healthy.

Ginger
Ginger is a popular ingredient in Asian
cooking. Did you know ginger is actually a
vegetable and not a spice? It contains Gingerol, a
substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and
antioxidant properties. Regular consumption
lowers the risk for cardiovascular disease like
high blood pressure and coronary heart disease.
It also aids in digestion.

Chilli & Pepper
Chillies and pepper contain a chemical
compound known as capsaicin. Capsaicin helps
being down blood pressure, cholesterol levels,
good for heart and boost metabolism. However,
it should be consumed in moderation.

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