Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN) — Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is synthesized in the body, and has a role in the production of hormones, vitamin D, and food digestion aids.
Cholesterol is divided into two types: good cholesterol or high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and bad cholesterol or low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Although beneficial cholesterol plays an important role in the health of the body, a high level of harmful cholesterol can cause serious health problems, such as heart attack and stroke.
For this reason, it is necessary to obtain health care that begins with the prevention of harmful cholesterol, and in several ways, including following a healthy diet, and there are many foods and drinks that help regulate the level of cholesterol in the body, including:
coffee
Black coffee can increase the level of beneficial cholesterol in the body, according to a study conducted by the National Library of Medicine in the United States, as the study showed that consuming black coffee without additives had an effect on increasing the level of beneficial cholesterol among adults over the age of 30, while coffee with additives did not affect these levels.
Green tea
In another study conducted by the National Library of Medicine, it was found that green tea extract or green tea drink reduced LDL cholesterol levels by 2-7 mg/dL.
Soy milk
The official website of the Harvard Medical School stated that eating 25 grams of soy protein per day, over a period of six weeks, leads to a decrease in harmful cholesterol levels by about 3% to 4%, knowing that about 3 and a half cups of soy milk is equivalent to 25 grams of soy protein. .
Tomato juice
The official website of the University of Cambridge in Britain published a study to examine the effect of including tomato juice in the diet on cholesterol levels in the body. Eating large amounts of tomato products had protective effects against atherosclerosis, and led to a significant decrease in harmful cholesterol levels.
Oatmeal drinks
Drinking oatmeal-rich drinks boosts healthy cholesterol in the body. According to the American Heart Association, it has been proven that oats consist of beta-glucan, which is a form of soluble dietary fiber that helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Tips for preventing harmful cholesterol
A healthy approach can be taken to prevent harmful cholesterol, and this may include, according to the US National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute:
Eat healthy foods for the heart, engage in physical activity, avoid anxiety and stress, quit smoking, and get enough quality sleep
2023-08-15 18:08:57
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