02:14 PM Sunday 24 December 2023
Written by: Yasmine Al-Sawy:
Some fruits help get rid of harmful cholesterol in the blood, which increases the chances of heart problems, as they contain beneficial natural chemical compounds.
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It should be noted that eating some fruits and foods that contribute to breaking down harmful cholesterol does not mean completely stopping taking medications without consulting a specialist doctor.
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In the following lines, Al-Consulto reviews a number of winter fruits that help break down cholesterol in the blood, according to WebMD.
Winter fruits break down harmful cholesterol
1-Strawberry
Strawberries play an important role in activating a protein in the body called Nrf and triglycerides, in addition to containing fiber, potassium, copper and iodine, all of which are important elements for fighting cholesterol. It contributes to reducing harmful cholesterol.
2-Orange
A study that included 129 participants revealed that eating oranges or drinking fresh juice for a long time can reduce harmful cholesterol in the body, in addition to increasing levels of good cholesterol, and this improves cardiovascular health.
3- Tangerine
Tangerines contribute to eliminating the accumulation of cholesterol and triglycerides on the arteries and blood vessels because they contain vitamin C, which enhances heart health and protects against serious diseases.
4-Banana
Bananas are considered one of the fruits rich in essential nutrients that help balance harmful and good cholesterol. Eating a large banana daily leads to a decrease in cholesterol levels by about 5-11 points.
5-Guava
Guava contains potassium and soluble fiber, which contribute to lowering both high blood pressure and harmful cholesterol, and it also works to raise good cholesterol in the body.
Experts advise eating guava for 12 weeks to reduce cholesterol by 9.9% and have beneficial effects on blood pressure as well.
2023-12-24 12:15:56
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