JAKARTA – High cholesterol is one of the causes of high death rates in the world. Heart attack and stroke, are some of which are associated with this.
But you know, if your cholesterol is high, it can be lowered in ways you never thought possible.
According to Healthline, consuming tofu, as well as some soy products, can help the body reduce LDL or bad cholesterol in the blood.
Meanwhile, according to expert opinion from Harvard Medical School, consumption of 10 ounces of tofu or at least 2 ½ cups of soy milk every day, can cut LDL 5 to 6 percent.
Containing phytosterols, tofu is very suitable for use as a substitute for meat consumption. This protein-rich and low-cholesterol product is claimed to be good at keeping cholesterol at normal levels.
Besides knowing, consumption of soybeans also has an effect that is no less nutritious. Whether it’s tofu or soy milk, the decision is yours. (Ruf / fin)
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