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10. Salmon
Salmon, and other fatty fish, contain essential omega-3 fatty acids, which can provide you natural relief from high cholesterol. It improves your good cholesterol while lowering your triglyceride and LDL levels. Salmon is low in saturated fat and cholesterol. Baked or grilled salmon is your best option. Aim to eat two servings of three ounces each several times per week.
11. Green Tea
One of the simplest ways to reduce total cholesterol levels is to drink a few cups of green tea each day. This type of tea will lower fasting serum total as well as LDL cholesterol levels, according to a meta-analysis of 14 randomized controlled trials which was published in the 2011 journal of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Green tea prevents the absorption of cholesterol as well as helping to remove it from the body. Drink 3 to 4 cups of green tea each day.
12. Soybeans
Consumption of soybeans and products made from soy can lower LDL cholesterol levels. The Journal of American College of Nutrition published a study which found that eating 30 grams of soy protein each day had a significant impact on cholesterol levels. Eat more tofu, soy flour, enriched soy milk, and edamame in your diet to naturally lower cholesterol levels.
Extra Tips:
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Avoid excessive alcohol consumption
- Avoid fried foods and processed sugar
- Get at least 30 minutes of exercise each day, 5 days each week
Enjoy life! Eat healthy foods directly from Mother Nature and she will reward you with good health and lower cholesterol levels, naturally.
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Kitsy WooWoo
Oct 26, 2015 at 12:57 pm
Maybe the writer could have said “wild” salmon, especially if it’s suggested that we eat it “several times per week.” Most salmon on the market today (and in restaurants) is of the farm-raised persuasion. The slab of brightly colored fish we see in the photo was iprobably farm raised. Ugh.