Foods That Can Save Your Heart Cont... Swiss Chard The dark green, leafy vegetable is rich in potassium and magnesium, minerals that help control blood pressure. Youll also get fiber, vitamin A, and the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin from these greens. Tip: Serve with grilled meats or as a bed for fish. Saute with olive oil and garlic until wilted; season with herbs and pepper. Carrots These sweet, crunchy veggies may help control blood sugar levels and make diabetes less likely. They may also help your cholesterol levels, since theyre a source of soluble fiber -- the kind of fiber also found in oats. Tip: Add shredded carrots to spaghetti sauce and muffin batter Barley Try this nutty whole grain in place of rice with dinner, or simmer barley into soups and stews. The fiber in barley can help lower cholesterol levels and may lower blood sugar levels, too. Tip: Hulled or whole grain barley is the most nutritious. Barley grits are toasted and ground -- nice for cereal or as a side dish. Pearl barley is quick, but much of its fiber has been removed
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