A great source of potassium,
making it good for blood
pressure. Peel carefully, as
many of the beneficial nutrients
are found in the darker green
flesh next to the peel.AVOCADO
Rich in
quercetin,
which has
antioxidant
and anti-
inflammatory
properties and
may help lower
blood pressure.Don’t forget the
zest, which is
rich in protective
compounds such
as hesperidin,
which helps to
balance blood
pressure
and protect
arteries.Rich in the
B vitamins and
folate, which plays
an important
role in managing
homocysteine,
an amino acid
that narrows
the arteries.Loaded with
protective
vitamin C and
anticoagulant
garlic.SPINACH
Cook in
their skins
to optimise
your intake of
heart-friendly
nutrients.Great source
of omega-3
fatty acids,
which have
cholesterol-
lowering
effects.RED ONION
DRESSING
SALMON
Help to maintain healthy
blood vessels and top up
your calcium, magnesium
and zinc intake.PUMPKIN SEEDS
ORANGE
BEETROOT
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