10 Benefits of Zucchini
Benefit #2: Improves Circulation and Heart Health
Healthy blood circulation is necessary for a healthy heart. Healthy flow of blood requires that the blood vessels expand or contract as necessary to take blood to all parts of the body. This requires that the blood vessels have no impediments. Unfortunately, the conventional Western diet leads to high cholesterol and buildup of plaque in the blood vessels. This clogs the blood vessels and can interfere with the flow of blood, leading to high blood pressure, blood clots, and rupture of smaller blood vessels, which are some of the ways that heart attacks and strokes occur.
Because zucchini is high in water, fiber, and potassium, and low in carbohydrate, fat, and cholesterol, incorporating it in the diet in place of processed foods can lower cholesterol levels. At the same time, it can provide circulation and heart health improving fiber, electrolytes, and antioxidants.
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