Still, that doesn’t mean you’re out of luck in finding heart-healthy options at popular chains.
(Heck, nearly half of us47 percenthave hypertension, whether we know it or not.)
We’ve rounded up six fast-food orders dietitians say are actually good for your heart.
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As you build your pie, consider leafy greens like freshspinach, which has plenty of potassium and nitrates.
Potassium helpscounteract the effects of sodium, while nitrates may helpregulate blood pressure.
According to Puello, the Lifestyle Bowls are also a good source of heart-healthy fats.
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And the benefits don’t stop there.
“The produce included in these meals (cooked onion, salsa, etc.)
contribute nutrients beneficial for heart health, such as quercetin and lycopene.”
Chipotle
Fruit and Maple Oatmeal at McDonald’s
Need a heart-healthy breakfast on the go?
Swing byMcDonald’sfor its fruit and maple oatmeal, saysPatricia Kolesa, MS, RDN.
“Oatmeal contains fiber, which ishelpful in lowering cholesterol,” she explains.
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And at 320 calories total, this grab-and-go breakfast cup keeps portion size moderate.
DIY Taco Bowl at Qdoba
It’s DIY for the win once more!
“Choose lettuce, brown rice, beans, and avocado forheart-healthy fiberand unsaturated fats.
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“These boxes are pretty perfect!”
And they usually have other goodies for added fiber to keep you full.
Finally, they all contain a reasonable amount of sodium.”
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Chicken Soft Tacos at Taco Bell
Bet you didn’t expect tacos to make the list again!
Among their better options for heart health: the chicken soft tacos.
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