Is having dry fruits good for heart?

[Poli]

Hello, I am 21 years old. I am physically fit and healthy. Regularly I am doing exercise and running 5 kilometer. My aim is to stay fit without any cardiovascular disease and also metabolic disorder. I also manage my diet in such a way so that my protein, fat and carbohydrate contents are adequate. I heard someone saying that dry fruits are good for health. I would like to know are they good for heart? If yes, which dry fruits are good for heart please explain.

[Manisha]

@poli Most of the dry fruits are rich in protein, fiber, antioxidants, and several micronutrients. These
nutrients play a very important role in building the body’s system and overall health. So, making them a part of the regular daily diet is one step further in the right direction. A research study indicates that having nuts regularly in your diet, reduces the chances of heart attack. Because the nuts help in maintaining healthy balance of fats and proteins in blood. So, these are the nuts you should include in your diet, for a healthy heart.
Walnuts: Walnuts are rich in unsaturated fats particularly OMEGA 3 fatty Acids. The OMEGA 3 fatty Acids are crucial for preventing blood clots and maintaining rhythm of heart. Walnuts also have a high proportion of antioxidants.
Pistachios: Pistachios are very good for preventing obesity and heart attack. Pistachios have high amount of fiber, proteins and anti-oxidants. They are naturally Cholesterol-free and they also have low glycemic index which is good for your heart.
Almonds: Almonds help in lowering the LDL Cholesterol levels in our body. Also, Almonds have micronutrients such as monounsaturated fats, fiber, phytosterols, plant protein, tocopherol, arginine, magnesium, copper, manganese, calcium, and potassium.
Peanuts: Peanuts are rich in resveratrol – which is a powerful antioxidant. It has heart-protective properties and it also helps in maintaining the healthy fat levels. Peanuts are the most common and most beneficial nuts for heart.
Cashews: Cashew nuts are a good source of Vitamin E – which is crucial for preventing formation of
plaque in the arteries. These plaques slowly build up and start blocking the arteries leading to heart
attack.