World Heart Day is celebrated on 29th September of every year and to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD) and negate its impact across the world. CVD, a powerful killer is the leading cause of deaths globally. The burden of the disease is rapidly increasing, and experts foresee that India will record the highest number of cardiac deaths by 2030.
A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that a daily snack of 42 grams of almonds, consumed as part of an overall healthy diet, reduced risks related to heart diseases. In addition, snacking on almonds also reduces belly fat and waist circumference, all well-established heart disease risk factors.
Thus, one must embrace a mindful and a healthy diet, which includes handful of nuts like almonds as they are a source of a variety of nutrients and make for a heart healthy snack. Reiterating the need to include heart healthy foods in the diet, Ritika Samaddar, Regional Head-Dietetics, Max Healthcare – Delhi said, “Regular consumption of almonds may reduce harmful LDL cholesterol levels and help maintain protective HDL cholesterol. Almonds are heart healthy and must be consumed daily.”
