Show yourself some love this February. Not only is it the month of love, it's also Heart Health Month! Here are 5 recipes to make to show your heart some love.
Grilled Salmon With Spinach and Yogurt Dill Sauce
Why It's Heart-Healthy
Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which reduce heart disease risk factors. Spinach contains nitrite, which has been shown to help promote healthy blood pressure levels and decrease heart disease risk.
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Spaghetti Squash Bowl
Why It's Heart-Healthy
Spaghetti squash is much lower in calories than regular pasta, is low carb, and has natural fiber, which is linked to heart health. Spaghetti squash also increases your intake of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids, both of which assist in regulating blood pressure and are known to have anti-inflammatory effects which protect against heart disease.
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Dark Chocolate Avocado Brownies
Why It's Heart-Healthy
Avocados are a great source for heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and potassium. These nutrients are linked to reduced cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and risk for metabolic syndrome. Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants like flavonoids, which can boost heart health.
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Lemon Chicken & Kale
Why It's Heart-Healthy
Chicken is carb-free, high in protein, and an excellent source of energy. Kale is a good source of magnesium, potassium, and vitamin K1, all of which work to prevent heart disease.
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Vegetable Kabob
Why It's Heart-Healthy
All these vegetables are wonderful for your heart! But let's focus on just one. Red Bell Peppers are a particularly good choice for heart health. They are full of lycopene (not found in green peppers), as well as cholesterol-lowering soluble fiber and antioxidant vitamins A and C, which are great for heart health!
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Be good to your heart and your appetite!
