Scientists Discover An Innovative Test That Can Detect Heart Diseases Early: 5 Heart Friendly Foods You Must Include Too

Heart diseases were the biggest killer in the year 2016. Scientists and Health experts across the world are working on creating advanced models and devices to detect heart ailments early on, to prevent the grave consequences in store. According to a latest study, an innovative approach in a blood-based precision medicine test - can be helpful in detecting early symptoms of heart disease in older outpatients.
The research published in journal of the American Geriatrics Society study, revealed that the  blood-based precision medicine test incorporating age, sex and gene expression score (ASGES) scores could prove to be a useful tool in evaluating older outpatients with symptoms suggestive of obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD).

For the study, 176 stable, non-acute outpatients presenting with symptoms suggestive of obstructive CAD who were aged 65 and older were evaluated. Their scores were then examined closely by the researchers. The participants with low scores with low likelihood of obstructive CAD were referred for further evaluation at low rates. On the other hand, those who happen to have higher scores had higher rates of referral to cardiology and advanced cardiovascular tests.
The findings further revealed that after an year of follow-up, the cases of major cardiovascular ailments was higher in participants with high ASGES than in those with low ASGES
Heart is inarguably the  most important organ of the body. Eating and drinking well and giving your heart the fuel it needs to live a long life, is therefore all the more crucial. Here are five foods you must include in your daily diet to boost heart health. 

1. Oats: Oats are known to contain a type of fiber that helps bind bile acids and expel them from the body. These bile acids are made from cholesterol. A diet that includes oats is effective in lowering the cholesterol levels in our body.

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2. Nuts: Munching on a handful of nuts can do wonders for your heart. These nuts have high amounts of unsaturated fats that are good for your heart as they help in reducing the inflammation of the arteries. 

3. Legumes: Legumes are great for the heart and have antioxidants, proteins and fiber. They are also a great source to get your folate requirement from and also help in increasing the platelet activity.

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4. Berries: Berries are full of heart-healthy phytonutrients and lots of soluble fiber. Make a quick smoothie or sprinkle them over your breakfast cereal. 

5. Flaxseeds: Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and phytoestogens and all of these help in boosting heart health. It is best to soak or grind flaxseeds before consuming them to derive maximum health benefits.

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Some other fruits and vegetables like oranges, broccoli, tomatoes, spinach, carrots and papaya are all rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin E, potassium, folate and fiber which really good for the heart.