Foods beneficial in High Cholesterol
Broadly speaking cholesterol is of two types. Good cholesterol (High density cholesterol-HDL cholesterol) and Bad cholesterol (Low density cholesterol- LDL Cholesterol). Bad cholesterol causes atherosclerosis and narrowing of arteries, so it is a slow killer. While the good cholesterol is desirable. Following food articles help to lower bad cholesterol naturally:
#1 NutsImage Source
Almonds, Walnuts, Peanuts and other nuts are good for heart. About 60 Gms. Of nuts per day can lower bad cholesterol by 5%. Nuts also have other nutrients which protect heart by other different ways.
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It contains high soluble fiber. If Strawberry or Banana is added to that, then they give more soluble fiber, which is good and helps to lower bad cholesterol.
#3 BeansImage Source
They are also rich in soluble fiber. Body takes a long time to digest them, so you feel full for a long time. This reduces your total calorie intake.
#4 Foods fortified with Sterols and StanolsImage Source
It is added in Margarine, Orange Juice, and Chocolates etc. It is also available as supplement. About 2 Gms. Of Sterols and Stanols can lower bad cholesterol by 10%.
#5 FishImage Source
Fish 2-3 times a week reduces bad cholesterol in two ways.- 1. By reducing meat intake, which has got LDL boosting saturated fats, and 2. By delivering LDL cholesterol lowering Omega 3 fats.
#6 Whole grain bread and Cereals
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It contains more fiber and keep you fill for a long time. Ideally you should also substitute Fruits and vegetable for processed food and sweets.