When eaten regularly, many low-carb foods can help lower cholesterol and blood pressure and improve heart health.

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1. Avocado

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Serving size : 3.5 ounces

Carbohydrates : 8.5 grams

Avocados are a low-carb fruit high in fiber, healthy unsaturated fats, magnesium, potassium, and vitamins A, C, and K. Eating avocados has been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (diseases of the heart and blood vessels) by lowering cholesterol (a waxy, fatty substance in your blood) and improving blood flow.

2. Salmon

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Serving size : 3.5 ounces

Carbohydrates : 0 grams

Oily fish like salmon support heart health. Salmon contains no carbs and is high in the omega-3 fatty acids that are go

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