Kitchen Spices For Healthy Heart: Amid hectic schedules and sedentary lifestyles, we almost forget to take care of our hearts. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that cardiovascular diseases are one of the leading causes of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 million lives each year. More than four out of five CVD deaths are due to heart attacks and strokes, and one-third of these deaths occur prematurely in people under 70 years of age.
These alarming statistics are not only proof that one needs to be vigilant of their heart health but also showcase how even after necessary awareness, we fail to keep a check on our heart health. Healthy foods, beverages, regular physical activity and regular checkups play pivotal roles in determining the health of an individual’s heart. When it comes to foods, certain spices have properties that keep your heart healthy. Dr Lovneet Batra, an Award-winning Nutritionist shared a list of spices that you must include in your diet for a healthy heart.
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Kitchen Spices For Healthy Heart
1. Curcumin
According to Dr Batra, when it comes to heart disease, it improves the function of the endothelium, the lining of your blood vessels. Curcumin can help reduce inflammation and oxidation which can play a role in heart disease.
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2. Black Pepper
Black pepper is rich in vanadium, which elicits cardiac functional recovery in myocardial infarction and pressure overload–induced hypertrophy.
3. Coriander Seeds
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Dr Batra suggests that the seeds of coriander have a remarkable hypolipidemic action (refers to the ability to lower lipid levels in the bloodstream, particularly cholesterol and triglycerides.)
4. Ginger
Ginger, the active ingredient in ginger is gingerol, a compound that is thought to relax blood vessels, stimulate blood flow, and relieve pain. Ginger is also an anti-inflammatory agent, which means it may be useful in fighting heart disease.
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5. Cinnamon
According to Dr Batra, the active components cinnamaldehyde and cinnamic acid are said to be cardio-protective due to their ability to produce nitric oxide as well as the associated anti-inflammatory properties.
(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.)
Rohit Malhotra is a medical expert and health journalist who offers evidence-based advice on fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being. His articles aim to help readers lead healthier lives.
