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Diet Tips for Cardiac Patients

Foods to Avoid for Cardiac Patients: *Fried Foods *Salt-preserved Items *Bakery Goods *Soft Drinks *Refined Flour *Limit intake of sweets due to excess ghee and trans fat Heart-Healthy Foods: *Whole grains, millets, lentils, and pulses. *Balance your meals with 1 - rice and 2 - millets. *Include wheat alternately. *Consume vegetables, leafy greens and minimal root/tubers. *Moderately enjoy high-glycaemic fruits. *Use healthy oils like sesame, peanut, rice bran, corn, vegetable and olive. *Consume nuts in moderation. *Enjoy lean protein sources like country chicken, fish, eggs, mutton, crab and prawns in moderation for a healthier heart. Watch this video by Ms. Mahalakshmi, Senior Dietician to clearly understand the do's and don'ts in terms of food for cardiac patients for a healthy and happy heart.

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