Lentils
Aside from being a great way to jazz up any dish or salad, lentils also have a number of added health benefits. According to studies, people whose diet is rich in legumes such as beans or lentils are less at risk of developing strokes or heart disease. Actually, lentils are a great source of protein, potassium, and magnesium, and they can help lower blood pressure, decrease cholesterol levels, and reduce the risk of forming plaque in blood vessels.
Lentils
Almonds
Arguably one of the nut family’s tastiest members, studies have shown that almonds also contain high levels of healthy nutrients which can help boost memory and intelligence, and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes. So if you eat one handful of almonds, it can help reduce cholesterol. In addition, because its level of plant sterols is high, it prevents absorption of harmful LDL and helps minimize the risk for cardiovascular disease.
Almonds