7 foods to boost your digestive and cardiovascular health

Nutrition experts recommend 7 fiber-rich options that you should include in your diet

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BY Minuto News

Food is the basis for a healthy life, and some foods can be true allies for digestive and cardiovascular health.

Speaking to the SheFinds website, experts Jesse Feder, Joanna Wen, Sophia Turner, Sheri Berger and Susan Schachter talk about the perfect foods to achieve better digestion and strengthen heart health.

7 foods to boost your digestive and cardiovascular health

1. Oats: rich in beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that helps regulate cholesterol and blood glucose, as well as promoting satiety.

2. Dried fruits: such as almonds, walnuts and chestnuts, they are rich in fiber, proteins and good fats, which contribute to the health of the heart and digestive system.

3. Lentils: source of soluble and insoluble fiber, which regulates the intestine, reduces cholesterol and promotes satiety.

4. Barley: rich in beta-glucan, helps reduce cholesterol and blood glucose, as well as promoting intestinal health.

5. Avocado: rich in fiber and monounsaturated fats, which contribute to heart and digestive system health.

6. Spinach: source of fiber, vitamins and minerals, which contribute to the health of the heart, eyes and digestive system.

7. Chia seeds: rich in soluble and insoluble fiber, which regulate the intestine, reduce cholesterol and promote satiety.

Tip: these foods are especially recommended for people over 40, who may have more difficulty digesting foods rich in fiber.

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