KONTAN.CO.ID – Many people believe that foods containing high cholesterol should be completely avoided. Because, these foods are believed to increase blood cholesterol and the risk of heart disease.
However, reports Cleveland Clinic mentioned, some high cholesterol foods will not increase the risk of heart disease.
However, this does not mean you have to ignore the total cholesterol you consume.
Registered dietitian Julia Zumpano from Cleveland Clinic said, cholesterol contained in food is actually safe. However, the saturated fat content in it can be dangerous.
“Foods high in saturated fat can lead to increased blood cholesterol and the risk of heart disease,” he said.
Foods that have high cholesterol but low saturated fat content are safe for consumption.
What you need to avoid is the type of high-cholesterol foods that are also high in saturated fat.
The following types of high cholesterol foods are safe for consumption:
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