Including natural products in the diet helps lower cholesterol levels.
Don’t be afraid of cholesterol; it’s better to fight it!
As is known, cardiovascular diseases remain one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide. Moreover, conditions such as heart attacks and strokes have started to occur at significantly younger ages. Therefore, doctors strongly recommend that everyone, regardless of age and health status, lead a healthy lifestyle and increase their consumption of foods beneficial for the heart and blood vessels.
According to cardiologist Yuri Pikshi, it is optimal to follow the principles of a hypocholesterolemic diet. The lower the level of harmful cholesterol in the blood, the lower the risk of serious diseases.
Which foods should be added to the diet?
- I advise increasing the share of natural products, such as sea fish, vegetables, and fruits. At the same time, they should be prepared with minimal amounts of oil, salt, and ready-made sauces,” emphasizes the doctor.
Thus, in the cardiologist's opinion, the following foods are most effective for lowering cholesterol levels:
* grains: buckwheat, rice, millet
* fresh vegetables and fruits
* fatty sea fish: mackerel, herring, salmon
* unrefined vegetable oils: flaxseed, corn, pumpkin, olive
* nuts: pistachios, walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds, cashews, and others
* honey
* mushrooms: champignons, chanterelles, porcini
* citrus fruits: lemons, grapefruits, oranges.
In addition, regular physical activity, such as exercise or swimming, will also help lower cholesterol levels in the body.
