Avocados
Avocados are packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, the same fats found in olive oil. Consuming avocados can gradually lower LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol. Avocados can also reduce blood triglyceride levels. You can mash this creamy and smooth delight to make guacamole or spread it on a cracker, slice it onto sandwiches, or mix it into salads.
Health Benefits of Chocolate
Good news for chocolate lovers around the world! In small doses, chocolate can be good for the heart. Dark chocolate is packed with flavonoids, antioxidants that help lower bad cholesterol. Additionally, dark chocolate contains beneficial monounsaturated fats. However, always check the labels. To reap true benefits, make sure the chocolate has at least 70% cocoa. Otherwise, the snack contains very few healthy oleic acids to obtain all the benefits. Most people can benefit from up to one ounce of dark chocolate per day.