vegetables is key.A new study from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Joondalup, WA, in Australia finds that leafy greens and other vegetables high in nitrates in particular confer significant cardiovascular benefits.Researchers found that daily consumption of a cup of vegetables rich in nitrates is associated with better heart health.“Our results have shown that, by simply eating 1 cup of raw (or half a cup of cooked) nitrate-rich vegetables each day, people may be able to significantly reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease.”– lead author Dr.
Catherine Bondonno from ECU’s Institute for Nutrition ResearchGreen leafy vegetables high in nitrates includespinach, lettuce, arugula (also known as rocket), Chinese cabbage, and parsley..