Heart patients are advised to follow a healthy diet, but some healthy foods can have an adverse effect on our heart health. If consumed for a long time, it can increase the risk of blockage, heart failure and heart attack.
Ghee: Ghee contains good fats which, if consumed in regular quantity, are beneficial for our health. But if we consume more ghee than necessary, it can quickly increase heart problems because it contains both cholesterol and triglycerides, which can cause a heart attack.
Flaxseeds or Flaxseeds: Flaxseeds are considered very beneficial for health because they are rich in fiber and help in digestion. But these seeds can be harmful to heart patients. Because it contains oil and consuming it in excess can increase cholesterol levels.
Fish and Chicken: Fish and chicken contain lean protein, which fills the protein deficiency in our body. But it contains cholesterol, which can harm our heart health. In such a situation, consume salmon and chicken in regular quantities only and instead of frying them, eat them by grilling or boiling them.
Almonds: Excessive consumption of almonds can also harm our heart health as almonds contain 58% fat, which can gradually harm our heart. In such a situation, you should consume only four to five almonds per day.
Nuts: Yes, walnut which is considered very beneficial for our health and it is advisable to consume it daily. But nuts contain 64 percent oil and if heart patients consume nuts daily, it can increase the blockage problem. In such a situation, you should consume nuts only in regular quantity.
Published on: June 14, 2024 at 6:08 p.m. (IST)
