Foods That Lower Cholesterol
Oats
This nutrient-dense, fiber-rich cereal grain is loaded with the cholesterol-lowering, soluble fiber beta-glucan. Just three grams of beta-glucan
Radishes
Their red hue is due to anthocyanins, a group of phytochemical compounds that has been shown to burn fat and reduce inflammation, and bad cholesterol
Kamut
kamut wheat products in place of refined wheat reduced total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and cytokines, which cause inflammation throughout the body
Pistachios
pistachios, walnuts, and pecans—high levels of plant sterols for their cholesterol-lowering ability. These cholesterol-mimicking compounds found naturally
Red Onions
Onions are the unsung heroes of cardiovascular health. Thanks to their bioactive sulfur-containing compounds, the culinary staple can help lower cholesterol
Grapefruit
Don't overlook this tart fruit. The citrus can help with everything from keeping high blood pressure at bay to lessening the appearance of wrinkles
Lentils
Now you'll know why we sing the praises of beans for being good for your heart! Lentils—as well as all pulses, like chickpeas, peas, and beans
Avocados
favorite avocado fatty fruit is rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats that can help lower cholesterol
Ginger
how to get rid of bloating," you'd find both a solution to your troubled tummy and your high cholesterol levels? You heard us right
Dark Chocolate
discovered that cocoa products, including dark chocolate, may be able to lower levels of LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol.
Green Tea
according to Harvard researchers, the antioxidants in green tea may also lower levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol and increase levels of HDL
Apples
the same fiber you'd add to jams or jellies to thicken them up. Pectin helps your body excrete the bad cholesterol by latching
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