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You Can Lower Cholesterol By Eating The Right Food
Prevention is better than cure and one of the best ways to prevent cholesterol and heart problems is to monitor what you eat on an on-going basis paying particular attention to eating foods that contain low levels of fat. There is much talk about careful dieting, but eating lower cholesterol foods, along with sensible exercise is what will make the difference. Once Cholesterol has built up in the body it sticks to the inner walls of the arteries, preventing the smooth flow of blood and leads to all types of heart disease and health problems. It is also very determined and does not easily leave the affected arterial passage-ways. This makes the whole process a major cause of frustration and worry to those who have the problem. Obese or just ‘overweight’ people are those most likely to be affected by high cholesterol, although there are other causes such as bad diet, drugs and genetic traits, which can affect anyone. However, there are a number of food types that do help in lowering cholesterol in most people as they contain antioxidants that help prevent the build up of cholesterol. Also it should be noted that not all cholesterol is bad, LDL cholesterol is definitely harmful in excess quantities, but another type of cholesterol known as HDL is actually good for the body and helps to combat the build up of ‘bad’ cholesterol. So, the types of foods that help:- LEAN MEATS - very lean beef, skinless turkey and chicken and liver eaten in place of the usual red meats, bacon and ham will help maintain lower cholesterol levels and are high in proteins. VEGETABLES and FRUITS - These contain large amounts of antioxidants and vitamins and should be considered as a top priority for inclusion, in quantity, in any diet, especially as replacements for processed foods. They are very healthy as they both combat the bad fats and chemicals that we induce, cleansing the body, and contain good levels of vitamins and minerals that the body requires to function properly. They also do not contain any fats. Citrus fruits which are high in vitamin C should should always be included. Cucumber is very good for dealing with free-radicals which are the cause of various diseases as it is high vitamin E, which is an anti oxidant. FISH – Virtually all fish is very good for you as it contains no unsaturated fats. Also the oily fish in particular are good because they contain Omega 3 fatty acids that are very beneficial to your health. WHEAT and OATMEAL – High fiber cereals are full of high nutritional elements and help in reducing cholesterol. Many studies have been conducted on diet and nutrition and the later conclusions have been that they are effective, when combined with a healthy diet, in preventing various forms of heart disease. OTHER FIBROUS FOODS – These include rice, legumes, beans, brewer's yeast, bran and breads. All of these will help in increasing the ‘good’ cholesterol levels within the body. YOGHURT – Low in fat, it is also helpful in the digestion of food as it regulates the stomach acids helping you feel healthier and at the same time reduces cholesterol production. So now you are armed with information on lower cholesterol foods, you just need to take action and start leading a healthier, balanced cholesterol, lifestyle. Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com Alan Christopher is an expert on lower cholesterol foods to eat. Visit www.lowercholesterolfood.com for more details on how to reduce cholesterol. |
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