In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: Heart Healthy February Food of the Day

February is HEART HEALTH MONTH and every weekday from now until the end of the month, Laura McKenna is bringing you one simple food that’s easy to find in your favorite grocery store and even easier to incorporate in your diet. If you eat more of these foods, your heart will thank you!

Monday February 9th: AVOCADOS
Chances are you ate some avocados watching the big game on February 8th, 2026. Americans consume about 8 million pounds of guac watching the biggest football game of the year. But try to eat these green, smushy, nutrient powerhouses every other day of the year, too.
Avocados are packed with heart healthy monounsaturated fats- including oleic acid. Avocados are also a great source of potassium. We usually think of bananas for potassium, but avocados are also a great source of that essential mineral that helps to lower blood pressure and the risk of stroke.
So think beyond just guac: try cutting an avocado onto your salad, shmearing it on toast, using it instead of mayo in a wrap/sandwich, or just eating it with a spoon!

Tune in weekdays for another HEART HEALTHY FOOD OF THE DAY all February long! You can thank Laura McKenna but your heart will thank YOU!

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