Harianjogja.com, JAKARTA – High cholesterol is one of the health complications that are directly related to poor diet. Check out 4 types of foods that must be avoided by people with high cholesterol levels.
Increased levels of cholesterol in the blood can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), globally one third of ischemic heart disease is caused by high cholesterol.
In addition, increased total cholesterol is a major cause of disease burden in developed and developing countries as a risk factor for ischemic.
In 2008, the global prevalence of elevated total cholesterol among adults averaged 39 percent (37 percent for men and 40 percent for women).
To reduce the risk of developing heart-related complications due to high cholesterol, one needs to stop consuming certain types of foods.
Launching from Times of India on Wednesday (16/3/2022), here are 4 foods that are recommended by Harvard Medical School to stop consuming or avoid people with high cholesterol levels.
4 Types of Foods People with High Cholesterol Should Avoid
1. Red Meat
Red meat is always considered bad for cholesterol and those who have high cholesterol are often advised not to eat red meat so that the harmony of cholesterol in the body is not disturbed.
Beef, pork, and lamb are generally high in saturated fat. Cuts like hamburgers, ribs, pork, and roasts are highest in fat. You don’t have to avoid meat forever, just eat it occasionally.
Limit yourself to the recommended 3-ounce serving size and stick to leaner cuts, such as sirloin, pork loin, or filet mignon.
According to experts at Harvard Medical School, it would be better if you replace meat with protein that is lower in saturated fat and cholesterol, such as skinless chicken or turkey breast, fish, and beans.
2. Processed Meat
Experts warn against the consumption of processed meat, especially for people with high cholesterol. Processed meats often use fatty cuts of meat and consequently have very high levels of cholesterol and saturated fat.
Processed meat is also harmful to the heart health of those who already have high cholesterol. Although experts suggest some healthier alternatives to processed meat, they are not necessarily cholesterol-free.
3. Baked Food
For many people, pastries are the most delicious dish the world has ever seen. From children to the elderly, everyone loves this very sweet treat both as a snack and as a dessert.
Experts have warned that unusually high amounts of butter, oil, and sugar are not good for the human body, especially for those who already have high cholesterol levels in the blood.
4. Fried Food
Many people can’t stop eating crunchy fried dishes. Experts have also warned against the intake of fried foods because frying increases the energy density or calorie count of the food.
Health experts recommend using an air fryer or using healthy oils to fry food.
Source: JIBI/Bisnis.com
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