Avocados
Integrating more guacamole into your diet may just help you decrease the chances of experiencing a stroke. That is, as long as you take it easy on the salt, as a high intake of sodium is a key cause of high blood pressure, which can cause a stroke. One cup of pureed avocado comprises about 1,116 milligrams of potassium, which translates to roughly 24 percent of your daily needs. Not to mention, avocados are loaded in heart-healthy fatty acids that have been shown to decrease inflammation.
Holley says avocados are high in monounsaturated fats, the type of fat that promotes the good kind of cholesterol HDL, rather than the artery-clogging one known as LDL. “Keeping your cholesterol levels at desirable levels is recommended to decrease your risk for heart disease. Avocados are also a high fiber containing fruit, providing 3 grams of fiber per 50 grams serving,” she says.
