India, May 24 -- Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death around the world. As per WHO data, 17.9 million lives are lost every year due to cardiovascular conditions. Diet plays a big role in cardiovascular health. This is why the scientific community is continuously researching to add to the list of foods that reduce heart disease risk.

A study published in the Journal of Pharmacological Sciences found a natural compound in common foods you have every day, like rice, wheat, apples, and even coffee, which protects heart health.

The study found that ferulic acid, which is a compound found in foods like rice, wheat, apples, and coffee, can help prevent artery spasms. A spasm is a sudden tightening of a muscle, and in this case, ...