Cholesterol Busters
August 17, 2007
The cholesterol level in our body can be checked by a blood test. An increase in cholesterol can lead to heart disease. There are medications available that help lower such extreme levels. But wouldn’t it be best if we knew some of the ways that we could keep a control over it. With a slight change and variation in our diet, it can help us lead a long and healthy life.
1) Include food containing niacin. Niacin, a water-soluble vitamin which helps the body release energy from protein, fat, and carbohydrate during metabolism. It reduces bad cholesterol (LDL) and raises the levels of good cholesterol (HDL). Highly refined food grains destroy niacin. So it is best to include whole wheat bread, oats instead eating white bread made from refined flour.
2) Consuming green tea helps to reduce bad cholesterol (Read “A Cup Of Life” to understand more about teas) and also reduces the chances of developing cancer.
3) Add grapefruit to your diet. According to researchers this fruit also speeds up weight loss, fights heart diseases and prevents cancer.
4) A test conducted by the researchers of St Michael’s hospital in Toronto showed that they instructed their test subjects to add several servings of whole grains, nuts and beans to their diet. After a month, they were tested and the results showed that these people had indeed lowered their bad cholesterol by 30% than what they had before starting the test.
5) Eating five to six small meals a day can reduce cholesterol upto 5% as compared to those eating one or two large meals in a day. This is study is available in the British Medical Journal.
6) Trans fatty acids containing in foods like French fries can really play havoc in your system.
7) Increasing the water intake can work wonders. (Read “Why Is It Necessary To Drink Water and Drinking Water-The Healthy Addiction to develop a habit of drinking water regularly)
It is highly recommended to consult your doctor when there is an increase in the cholesterol level. They are the best judge who will guide you how to manage your diet based on your lifestyle. These tips are just to provide you guidelines so that you can be aware and eat smartly.
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