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Must Have List Of Foods That Lower Cholesterol
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Must Have List Of Foods That Lower Cholesterol
Cholesterol is present in our bodies by one of two ways; our liver produces
cholesterol and we eat foods containing cholesterol. High amounts of
cholesterol, especially LDL cholesterol that is bad for us, can lead to many
health complications and significantly increase your risk of heart diseases.
While there are many foods that are high in LDL cholesterol, there are a
lot, which can actually help to lower your LDL cholesterol levels and
increase your HDL cholesterol or the good cholesterol. Here's a list of
foods that lower cholesterol, which is a must have for anyone who is
trying to reduce their LDL levels and increase their HDL levels.
Apples: Everyone has heard of the saying, "An apple a day keeps the
doctor away". Well, apples are also very good for lowering your LDL
cholesterol levels. 2 full apples, or 12 ounces of apple juice, if taken
everyday, can reduce your risk of heart diseases by as much as 50%.
Garlic: Garlic helps to lower LDL cholesterol and thins your blood
naturally. This prevents clogging up of arteries and thus lowers your
risk of heart diseases.
Onions: Eating just half a raw onion everyday can increase your HDL levels
by 25% and lower your LDL as well.
Beans and Legumes: These contain soluble fiber which helps to increase your
HDL cholesterol and reduce your LDL cholesterol. All kinds of beans
and legumes such as pinto, kidney, black-eyed, lentils, pink beans, etc are
good for your heart.
Unsaturated Fats: Contrary to the misconception that all kinds of fat are
bad for you, unsaturated fats and omega 3 fatty acids can actually be
good for your heart.
Monounsaturated fats (olive oil, canola, peanut, and almond oil) and
polyunsaturated fats (corn oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil etc) increase the
HDL cholesterol and lower the LDL cholesterol and are thus
good for your heart.
Other Cholesterol Lowering Foods: Oats, fenugreek, artichokes, turmeric,
guggul, green tea, nuts, and black tea, are all known to lower LDL
cholesterol in your body.
Of course, diet is no substitute for a doctor's care when you are ill. Diet
and nutrition represent "the other side of the coin" and always inform y
our doctor whenever you make a dietary change, especially if you
are on a pharmaceutical drug.
Dave Saunders is a certified nutritional educator, wellness coach,
member of the American International Association of Nutritional Education
(AIANE) and author. He is also the host of a weekly, nation-wide telephone
lecture on health and nutrition.
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