cholesterol and improve blood flow. go fishing. in fact look for oily fish like salmon, tuna and sardines. they are filled with omega 3 fatty acids. it can counter act effects mental stress put on the heart. people who eat nuts can lower their bad cholesterol levels in their blood. finally, it s okay to indulge your sweet tooth a little bit. dark chocolate is full of flavors which is found to reduce inflammation and cut down on hardening of the arteries. the key to all of this as you know, moderation. and eating smart. replace the red meat with oily fish. snack on walnuts and eat a small piece of dark chocolate and sit down to iced green tea instead of a soda. small changes.