Best vegetables (and fruits) to protect your heart

Homemade sauerkraut

3. Fermented vegetables act as a “heart antioxidant”

Perhaps the most common and popular fermented vegetable is sauerkraut, which provides lots of fiber and healthy bacteria (probiotics) that promote heart health. For example, probiotic-rich sauerkraut can reduce inflammation, improve high blood pressure, lower triglyceride levels, maintain healthy cholesterol, and support gut health. Fermented cabbage also typically contains Lactobacillus plantarum, bacteria associated with boosting the activities of powerful antioxidants and ultimately aiding in detoxification.

Other fermented vegetables include:

  • Yogurt
  • Kefir
  • Miso
  • Tempeh
  • Kimchi
  • Any pickled vegetables
  • Kombucha

Read: 7 Probiotic life hacks (slideshow)

Craig Cooper

By Craig Cooper

Craig Cooper is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, author, and TV host of CNBC's "Adventure Capitalists". He is an “Ambassador” for both the global men’s health foundation “Movember” and 2XU, the performance sportswear company. He is the author of the Harper Collins book “Your New Prime: 30 Days to Better Sex, Eternal Strength, and a Kick-Ass Life After 40“. Follow Craig on Instagram @craigcooperrrr and Facebook.

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