Cholesterol is a substance found in most tissues of the body and in blood that is needed by our bodies. Cholesterol serves as the cells forming the walls forming the body and certain hormones.
- HDL cholesterol (High-Density Lipoprotein), known as “good cholesterol” because it can clean arteries.
- LDL cholesterol (Low-Density Lipoprotein), known as “bad cholesterol” because it can cause damage to arteries.
Normal cholesterol levels is 160-200 mg, so we must reduce ldl cholesterol. A high cholesterol level can cause heart disease. Bellow are some tips how to lower cholesterol and get normal cholesterol levels :
- Do Diet. Consumption of foods low in fat and cholesterol. For example by consuming milk without the fat and reduce the consumption of meat. Choose foods with unsaturated fat than saturated fat. Oil used for frying repeatedly can raise cholesterol levels, then you’ll want to reduce the consumption of fried foods.
- Consumption food with fiber. Consume more fiber foods such as wheat, beans, vegetables and fruits. These foods can absorb cholesterol in the blood and expelled from the body.
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Consumption of antioxidants. Antioxidants found in many fruits such as oranges, strawberries, papaya, carrots, or pumpkin. Eat garlic regularly can lower cholesterol levels.
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Avoid alcohol and smoking. With smoke or consume alcohol, would be easy to accumulate cholesterol in the bloodstream.
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Sports. Exercise regularly according to age and ability. Keep your body weight remains the ideal.
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