Cardiology professor lists 10 foods the heart dislikes

Dr. Khaled Al-Nemer, professor of cardiology and arterial catheterization at the College of Medicine, has warned against 10 foods that are harmful to heart health.

Al-Nemer shared the list on his account on the X platform, noting that these foods include:

1. Trans fats: such as commercial baked goods, fried foods, and hydrogenated oils.

2. Foods high in saturated fats: including ghee, butter, hydrogenated oil, palm oil, and full-fat cream.

3. Highly salty foods: such as fast food, pickles, and instant soups.

4. Processed meats: including sausages, salami, luncheon meats, and hot dogs.

5. Sugar-sweetened beverages: such as soft drinks, energy drinks, and sweetened juices.

6. Added sugars and sweets.

7. Refined carbohydrates: such as white bread, white rice, and pastries made with white flour.

8. Ultra-processed foods: such as chips, ready meals, and packaged snacks.

9. Excessive consumption of unprocessed red meat.

10. Fried foods.