Sardines
Sardines might not be on the top of most people’s favorite foods list, but the nutrients and heart-healthy fats found in this cold fish make it a superfood, unlike others. Sardines are a fish especially loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, a fat that reduces dangerous triglyceride levels, increases the healthy HDL cholesterol, and overall helps to stop heart disease in its tracks. Look out for the next sardine run closest to you!
Lentils
Lentils are a great superfood already part of many diets around the world. Besides being a great way to add some flavor to salads or other dishes, lentils have tons of great health benefits. This powerful legume reduces the risk of strokes and heart disease. Lentils have high amounts of proteins, potassium, and magnesium, and this combination has been shown to help regulate blood pressure, decrease high levels of cholesterol, and eliminate dangerous plaque build-up in blood vessels.