5 summer fruits that are good for the heart

Summer is the ideal time to add more fruits and vegetables to your plate, not only because they are tastier and fresher, but also because they can make an important contribution to keeping your heart healthy. Thanks to their fiber, antioxidants, and high water content, they help regulate blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and keep you hydrated in the heat:

1. Blueberries - Rich in anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that fight oxidative stress, reduce bad cholesterol, and promote vascular health.

How to enjoy them: In smoothies, yogurt, fruit salad, or plain.

2. Peaches - Sweet, juicy and rich in potassium, vitamin C, fiber and beta-carotene. Their combination helps lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels. These are very important for the heart.

How to enjoy them: Grilled, in salads, sauces or fruit salads.

3. Apricots - Similar to peaches, they are rich in pectin (a soluble fiber that also acts as a natural laxative), as well as vitamins A, B, and C. They also contain carotenoids that promote vascular health.

How to enjoy them: Fresh, dried (no added sugar) or in sugar-free jam.

4. Watermelon - Fresh and rich in water, fiber, potassium and lycopene, an antioxidant linked to lowering blood pressure and a lower risk of heart disease. They also contain L-citrulline, an amino acid that promotes blood circulation.

How to enjoy them: Plain, in salads with feta cheese and mint, or in smoothies.

5. Strawberries - They contain a large amount of antioxidants and vitamin C. According to a 2021 study, consuming 2.5 servings per day can improve markers related to cardiometabolic risk and insulin resistance.

How to enjoy them: Plain, in smoothies, in salads, or on top of yogurt or oatmeal. /CNA

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