Lowering Cholesterol Naturally
Fiber can dramatically lower cholesterol. The best
sources of fiber include fresh foods that have not been processed.
Pectin, which is found in apples, blueberries and grapefruit, is a
soluble fiber that reduces cholesterol. Psyllium is an excellent
source of fiber, but do not use store brand fibers with it, because they
normally have sugar and preservatives added.
Garlic lowers blood pressure and can help lower cholesterol
too. You can either add it to your diet or take garlic capsules.
Olive oil lowers LDL cholesterol.
Fish oil also lowers LDL cholesterol.
Niacin, or vitamin B3, is a safe way to lower LDL cholesterol
and raises HDL cholesterol.
Red wine and green tea both contain bioflavonoids which
can lower cholesterol. A green tea supplement or
grapeseed extract work well as too much alcohol can actually raise
cholesterol levels.
Exercise raises HDL cholesterol levels and improves the health of
your arteries. |
