8 tropical foods for heart health
Coconut and Papaya
Coconut's medium-chain fatty acids actually increase "good" HDL and lower "bad" LDL cholesterol. Coconut is also anti-inflammatory and antiviral and contains metabolism-boosting lauric acid. Papaya offers anti-inflammatory vitamin C (buy organic to avoid GMOs). Try them in this recipe: Coconut Panna Cotta with Mango-Lime Coulis.