6 steps to a heart-healthy eating plan

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Here are six steps to creating a heart-healthy eating plan from Lutheran Hospital:

1- Add blueberries to the top of your produce list. The fruit is a known disease-fighting food because it contains antioxidants and is loaded with fiber and vitamin C.

2- Select salmon when planning your meat and fish purchases. Salmon is an excellent source of protein and contains heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

3- Plan on purchasing foods rich in soy protein, including edamame, soy nuts and tofu. Soy protein boosts heart-healthy fiber, vitamins and minerals.

4- Create a breakfast using oatmeal. The oats in oatmeal are whole grains, which are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and fiber.

5- Choose spinach among your leafy green purchases. Spinach is packed with vitamins and minerals including folate and iron.

6- Prepare a list including almonds which contain vitamin E, magnesium, fiber and heart-healthy polyunsaturated fats.

This information was provided by Lutheran Hospital.