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- sockpuppets, on 10/12/2007, -3/+15They keep my badger and snake healthy.
- inactive, on 10/12/2007, -4/+14Here is the whole article (there are no pictures, so you aren't missing anything):
10 Top Foods To Help You Fight High Cholesterol
Written by B. SixWise
Reduce cholesterolClose to 107 million U.S. adults have cholesterol levels of 200 mg/dL or higher, a level that the American Heart Association says increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. At least 12 million of these people are taking statin drugs to lower their cholesterol levels, but there are more natural options out there.
According to the American Heart Association, "You can reduce cholesterol in your blood by eating healthful foods, losing weight if you need to and exercising." What follows is a listing of the most potent foods to add to your diet if you want to fight high cholesterol and drive your levels down using your diet as a primary tool.
1. ***** Mushrooms
The active component in ***** mushrooms--eritadenine--has been found to lower cholesterol levels in animal studies. The more eritadenine the animals received, the more their cholesterol levels dropped.
2. Walnuts
A study in the April 2004 issue of Circulation found that when walnuts were substituted for about one-third of the calories supplied by olives and other monounsaturated fats in the Mediterranean diet, total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol were reduced. Walnuts contain the beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to be excellent for the heart.
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3. Uncooked Soy
A new study found that eating two servings of soy protein a day can lower cholesterol by up to 9 percent--but it must be uncooked to have benefit. "Soy protein increases the activity of low-density lipoprotein receptors primarily on the liver that clears it from the body. Eating soy protein increases the activity of these enzymes that break down the cholesterol," said study author James Anderson, a scientist at the University of Kentucky in Lexington.
Good soy sources would be edamame or soy nuts. "Soy-fortified muffins, cereals or nutritional bars in which the soy protein was baked at high temperatures do not provide the benefit," Anderson said.
4. Blueberries
Researchers with the U.S. Department of Agriculture have identified an antioxidant in blueberries called pterostilbene (it's similar to resveratrol, the antioxidant found in grapes and red wine). This compound has effectively lowered cholesterol levels in animal studies.
5. Salmon
This fish is a particularly good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to lower LDL cholesterol while raising the good (HDL) kind.
6. Garlic
Numerous studies have demonstrated that eating garlic regularly reduces LDL cholesterol and raises HDL levels.
7. Avocado
Avocados are rich in oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat known to help lower cholesterol. In fact, one study found that people with moderately high cholesterol levels who ate a diet high in avocados for one week had significant drops in total and LDL cholesterol levels, and an 11 percent increase in the good HDL cholesterol.
8. Black Beans
Black beans and other legumes are high in dietary fiber, which is an excellent cholesterol fighter.
9. Apples
Rich in both pectin and fiber, along with powerful antioxidants, including quercetin, catechin, phloridzin and chlorogenic acid, apples help lower bad cholesterol while raising the good kind.
10. Dark Green, Leafy Vegetables
According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute's Family Heart Study, participants who ate four or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day had significantly lower levels of LDL cholesterol than those who ate fewer servings. Among the most powerful veggies are the dark green, leafy variety, such as spinach, kale, collard greens and Swiss chard. - Screwy1138, on 10/12/2007, -0/+7Oatmeal is a great source soluble fiber, which is great for both LDL (minus) and HDL.(plus).
Not only is oatmeal high int he fiber content, your body is able to harvest it efficiently. This is applicable to oats in general (which is why you see Cheerios advertise the way they do as well). - snurfle, on 10/12/2007, -1/+7My friend asked me if I wanted a frozen banana, and I said,
"No. But I might want a regular banana later, so... Yes." - Screwy1138, on 10/12/2007, -0/+6Here is a related article more about strategies than foods... http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/05/07/13/high_cholesterol_the_top_12_non-drug_strategies_to_increase_your_hdl_levels.htm
here is a short summary, more info at the link...
Exercise: Aerobic exercise, the kind that raises your heart rate for an extended period of time (say 20 or 30 minutes), can increase your HDL if done regularly
Don't eat trans fats
Eat more monounsaturated fats: Increasing foods that contain these healthy fats -- olive oil, peanut butter, avocados, etc. -- can raise your HDL levels without harming your total cholesterol
Eat soluble fiber
Avoid too many processed carbs: Too many refined carbs from white sugar, flour, potatoes, etc. causes your blood sugar to rise. This has been linked to decreases in HDL levels.
Pile on the onions: Research suggests that half of a raw onion a day may raise HDL levels by as much as 30 percent.
Drinking: One or two alcoholic drinks a day may help to increase HDL levels
Don't eliminate all fat from your diet: Just like too much fat in your diet can cause problems, too little fat in your diet can lead to a deficiency of essential fatty acids. It has also been linked to significant reductions in HDL cholesterol. For best results, eat a variety of healthy fats, like monounsaturated fats, and avoid the bad ones, like trans fats.
Quit smoking
Consider taking niacin: According to the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP), niacin (vitamin B3) is an important tool to normalize cholesterol. Several studies have found that this vitamin can increase HDL by 30 percent while lowering total cholesterol by 10 percent to 25 percent
Get lots of omega-3: This essential fatty acid, found in fish, fish oil, flaxseed and walnuts, has been found to increase HDL cholesterol. - Screwy1138, on 10/12/2007, -0/+4This is useful information. I didn't know this about walnuts, blueberries, or apples.
- diggsIt, on 10/12/2007, -0/+3spam
- inactive, on 10/12/2007, -4/+7http://duggmirror.com/health/10_Top_Foods_To_Help_You_Fight_High_Cholesterol/
posted the whole link so it will work with everyone - Baconn, on 10/12/2007, -0/+2How could they leave out chocolate!? Dark chocolate can lower blood pressure (http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3032114) and reduce LDL cholesterol levels (http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2001/10/011024073452.htm).
- dracostimpy, on 10/12/2007, -0/+2I take Antarctic krill oil... assloads of Omega 3 and antioxidants. Found out about it from this site:
http://www.mercola.com/products/krill_oil.htm
Mercola.com and knowledgeofhealth.com are my two favorite sites to research natural alternatives to big pharma drugs. - lnf69, on 10/12/2007, -0/+2owch!!! All those thumbs down.
- nailz420, on 10/12/2007, -1/+3OATMEAL?!?!?! Hello??
- zonk3r, on 10/12/2007, -0/+2Anything high in soluble fiber will help you fight cholesterol. Metamucil, which is essentially just psyllium husk (a seed shell that absorbs water) is also good for lowering cholesterol (in addition to keeping you umm.. 'regular'). Fiber works in this way by binding to cholesterol and it basically passes through you.
Info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psyllium - lnf69, on 10/12/2007, -0/+1Thank you.
I know what I'm having for breakfast for most of this (not so cold) winter. - klovely78, on 10/12/2007, -0/+1I guess I'm destine to fail on my all bacon diet...
- Busbee, on 10/12/2007, -0/+1It has to be "real" oatmeal - the "instant" packets don't work for lowering cholesterol. (Or so I've heard.)
- lnf69, on 10/12/2007, -0/+1Huh, is oatmeal also good for high cholesterol?
Please elaborate. - mojaam, on 10/12/2007, -0/+1What, no cherrios? Oh well, nice list. I am too young to be having high cholesterol so I am going to try these.
- Screwy1138, on 10/12/2007, -0/+1Woah on the banana's.... yes, your points are valid, but they are very important in your diet for a different reason.
That potassium, which I don't disagree with what you said it does, is still very important. Our nervous systems work, in a sense, on a balance between potassium and sodium. If the balance gets heavy on one side or the other, it can cause significant problems in the nervous system.
We all get a ton of sodium, it's over used in so many foods. Because of this, potassium intake is important to be aware of. - dracostimpy, on 10/12/2007, -0/+1Yes, it does. You're healthy as an ox, but you stink. Two words: Old Spice.
- kohno214, on 10/12/2007, -0/+1Just eat *****! (MXC reference)
- lnf69, on 10/12/2007, -1/+1down
- quakerorts, on 10/12/2007, -2/+2Why would you "fight" a substance your body naturally produces and is essential for certain bodily functions? Cholesterol is necessary for brain function. It's used by the body to repair cell damage. Mother's milk is loaded with cholesterol. 51% of people who have heart attacks, have so-called "normal" cholesterol levels.
http://www.thincs.org/
http://www.ravnskov.nu/cholesterol.htm
http://www.heart-disease-bypass-surgery.com/data/articles/36.htm
http://www.spacedoc.net
http://www.abigon.com/page/page/448087.htm
http://www.westonaprice.org/moderndiseases/statin.html
http://www.calcify.com/
http://www.coconutoil.com/cholesterol.htm (Doesn't display right in FF)
Good health to you, fellow Diggers! - partystar, on 10/10/2007, -0/+0If you have some problems with cholesterol you should try generic lipitor. That's what my doctor prescribed me.For more information you should visit this site: https://www.planetdrugsdirect.com/store/productdetails/default.aspx?id=1606
- SamanthaPickles, on 12/11/2008, -0/+0Great Advice Here! Also Green Tea has been found to lower cholesterol and also helps people lose weight. I used it over a year ago and lost some major weight Glad to report a low cholesterol and a thinner me. Happy to say that it really has changed my life. Check it out http://greenteaevolution.com
- nsanders91, on 10/12/2007, -1/+1http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/05/11/09/10_top_foods_to_help_you_fight_high_cholesterol.htm
- ffttoteof, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0Avocados? How can they be healthy if they taste good?
- DominicUK, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0Yeah, 'healthful'? It might be a real word, but I don't think I've ever heard anyone say it. Perhaps it's only used in the US? I was surprised to see things described as 'flavourful' when I was there. I mean... come on, what sort of word is that? Anyway, what's wrong with saying 'healthy food' like everyone always has?
- JesusIsSatan, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0Thanks for the answer. I always thought people said it just to be nasty (although no one has said it to me yet). I seriously eat alot of garlic - fresh and powdered - every single day. I did it mostly for health reasons, but I've come to really like it.
- JesusIsSatan, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0That's not true. It just has to be whole-grain oats which all oatmeal is. Same for bread for it to be healthy for you - whole-grain wheat.
- JesusIsSatan, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0I'm surprised oatmeal isn't on the list. Most seafood is also good and high in Omega-3 as long as you leave out the butter. I've been eating garlic heavily for years now, and if anyone knows the answer to this, it would help - does garlic odor bleed from your pores? I can't smell it myself, but I doubt Hindus smell the curry that emanate from their bodies either. ;)
P.S.: I also take alot of Niacin for my high cholesterol. I was taking alot of it even before my doc prescribed this combo statin & Niacin pill for my high cholesterol called Advocor. I also pop low-dosage aspirin daily - I eat them like candy now. - partystar, on 10/10/2007, -0/+0If you have some problems with cholesterol you should try [url=https://www.planetdrugsdirect.com/store/productdetails/default.aspx?id=1606]generic lipitor[/url]. That's what my doctor prescribed me.
- bestman30, on 02/28/2008, -0/+0antioxidizing your body is the best way to decrease cholesterol.
The most prevalent antioxidant in the world
is Glutathione.
Problem is after 20 years of age your body produces less every year.
This leads to aging and other medical problems.
However there is something you can do about it.
"Glutathione promotes longevity, protects the body against heart disease, diabetes,
arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, psoriasis, chronic fatigue syndrome, lupus,
and boosts the immune system strength and is useful fighting autoimmune
diseases and other health problems of older adults."
- Dr. Gutman, MD
However ingesting glutathione will not help since the acid in your stomach will destroy it.
Dr Keller has developed a way to help your body produce maximum glutathione
Check out this video to learn more.
http://www.maxgxl.com/movieplayer.php - crankycookie, on 10/12/2007, -0/+05 out of those 10 things is what a typical Asian person would eat. KimChee itself contains three of those things. Yay Asian food!
- albatross2147, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0But some cancer sufferers should avoid soy - see http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/cancer-patients-warned-to-avoid-soy-products/2007/01/14/1168709599119.html
- partystar, on 10/10/2007, -0/+0If you have some problems with cholesterol you should try [url=https://www.planetdrugsdirect.com/store/productdetails/default.aspx?id=1606]generic lipitor[/url]. That's what my doctor prescribed me.
pharmacy drugs - qhana, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0Site is up and running now! enjoy!
- LIBERTY06, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0back 2 my Big Mac :)
- dwhitbeck, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0Garlic and black beans will reduce cholesterol numbers and also the number of friends.
- gtoomey, on 10/12/2007, -0/+0The list isn't isn't particularly useful and is missing the obvious:
- oats
- soluble fibre (psyllium husk, metamucil)
- red rice yeast (available at health food stores)
http://heartdisease.about.com/cs/cholesterol/a/Nrxcol_rry.htm
- plant sterols (flora pro-active etc)
http://www.mja.com.au/public/issues/176_11_030602/S122.html - spikeyone, on 10/12/2007, -1/+1Next time, try to find a reputable source, because I know for a fact that at least one of those sites is utter *****.
- bestman30, on 02/28/2008, -0/+0Actually your body naturally produces the most prevalent antioxidant naturally.
It is called Glutathione.
Problem is after 20 years of age your body produces less every year.
This leads to aging and other medical problems.
However there is something you can do about it.
"Glutathione promotes longevity, protects the body against heart disease, diabetes,
arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, psoriasis, chronic fatigue syndrome, lupus,
and boosts the immune system strength and is useful fighting autoimmune
diseases and other health problems of older adults."
- Dr. Gutman, MD
However ingesting glutathione will not help since the acid in your stomach will destroy it.
Dr Keller has developed a way to help your body produce maximum glutathione
Check out this video to learn more.
http://www.maxgxl.com/movieplayer.php - inactive, on 10/12/2007, -2/+1Dude, how can you like frozen bananas. What were you thinking. IMHO, that totally sucks. Can you provide any links as proof?
- TheBowerbird, on 10/12/2007, -3/+2I'm hoping this will work: http://www.duggmirror.com
- quakerorts, on 10/12/2007, -3/+2Stay away from soy too:
http://www.wholesoystory.com/
http://www.westonaprice.org/soy/index.html - lnf69, on 10/12/2007, -6/+4no, but apples were. Did you eat one of those?
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