Why is eating more fruit good for my heart health?

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  1. Dole Nutrition Institute
     
    Dole Nutrition Institute answered:
    French researchers analyzed nine studies involving more than 220,000 individuals and found that the risk of cardiovascular problems declines as fruit intake increases. They also found an 11 percent drop in stroke risk for each extra fruit serving consumed daily.

    Another study found that each extra (½ cup) serving of fruit you eat per day reduces your risk of heart disease by 7 percent. Consider how many servings you get with some of your favorite fruits, and you’ll see how easy it is to lower your risk. Three large bananas, for example, would provide 42 percent more heart disease protection and slash your risk for stroke by 66 percent!

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