Heart Healthy Garden
Lavender’s calming, relaxing and stress relieving qualities aid in stress management.
Tomatoes are packed with vitamins and lycopene, which has been shown to reduce heart disease and prostate cancer risk.
Apples are high in fiber and contain a phytochemical called quercetin which acts as an anti-inflammatory and may help prevent blood clots as well
Green leafy vegetables contain fiber and many antioxidants. Lettuce, cabbage, spinach, mustard or collard greens as well as Swiss chard, bok choy, cauliflower, broccoli and kale are all great choices.
Fresh Herbs like oregano, rosemary, thyme, basil, sage, and parsley are good sources of carotenoids and anthocyanins
Blueberries are among the best sources of anthocyanins—deep blue/red/purple antioxidants. A compound found in blueberries lowers cholesterol and protects heart health.
Carrots are available in a rainbow of colors, offering yellow/orange carotenes and red/purple anthocyanins.
Strawberries are full of vitamin C and cholesterol-fighting fiber. They also contain flavonoids that protect cells and blood vessels and prevent excessive inflammation.
A summertime favorite, watermelon is loaded with lycopene, beta-carotene, and vitamin C. Also a good source of potassium. |


