If you don't want to become literally addicted to high cholesterol medication at some point in your life, you need to regulate your diet and do regular blood tests. By choosing the right meal, in most cases you can regulate the ratio of "good" and "bad" cholesterol and thus significantly reduce the chance of many cardiovascular diseases.
We present to you foods that will help you in this.
Oatmeal
Oatmeal is packed with soluble fiber, which is known to lower bad cholesterol levels. It is preferable to make your own oatmeal, as instant varieties do not have nearly enough fiber.
Fish
Fish is rich in healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids, which help the body fight with accumulated cholesterol. The human body does not produce omega-3 and therefore it is necessary to get it through food or supplementation.
Nuts
Nuts are an ideal snack. They, like fish, contain unsaturated fats, which lower the level of "bad" cholesterol in the cells. Some nuts are better than others, but in moderation all are desirable in the diet.
Legumes
Legumes are cholesterol killers, because they are full of soluble fibers that stimulate digestion and the elimination of all harmful substances.
Greens
We all know that greens are good, but they are also particularly useful in the fight against cholesterol. Eat spinach or salad with every meal, and let kale and cabbage regularly appear on your table. Green vegetables are full of vitamins and minerals, as well as the aforementioned fiber.
Avokado
Avocado is a rich source of healthy fats and therefore can be a good ally in the fight against cholesterol.
Tea
Choose green tea or a blend of herbal teas designed to lower cholesterol. Some herbs, as well as green tea, contain phytochemical antioxidants that help your body fight high cholesterol, reports Nezavisne.
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