Simple Swaps to Manage High Cholesterol
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Do you like carrots and celery sticks? Cream-based dips are full of saturated fats, which can raise cholesterol. Try chickpea hummus, instead. It's full of fiber, protein, and sitosterol, which can help lower your cholesterol.
It's hard to say no to a good steak, but fish contains omega-3 fatty acids, which can be great for your heart. Eating two servings of salmon, herring, or tuna per week will help you reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.
Fried potatoes are doused in fat and grease. Opting for roasted potatoes is always a healthier option. White potatoes have more potassium while sweet potatoes have beta carotenes. Try cooking them separately or together.
Do you have a sweet tooth? Try dark chocolate over milk chocolate. Milk chocolate is high in fat while dark chocolate is not. Studies have shown that dark chocolate can reduce your overall cholesterol levels, just make sure it's 70% to 80% cacao.
Managing your diet will help you to manage your cholesterol, and cooking with a partner can be very rewarding. Try these simple swaps, and enjoy your meal.
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There are many different factors that contribute to our cholesterol levels. While activity and genetics can play a part, swapping certain foods can be an excellent way to manage high cholesterol. Vegetable salads are very healthy, until you load them with carbs and bad fats. Instead of croutons, try adding walnuts. They contain polyunsaturated fatty acids, a healthier type of fat. Do you like carrots and celery sticks? Cream-based dips are full of saturated fats, which can raise cholesterol. Try chickpea hummus, instead. It's full of fiber, protein, and sitosterol, which can help lower your cholesterol.
It's hard to say no to a good steak, but fish contains omega-3 fatty acids, which can be great for your heart. Eating two servings of salmon, herring, or tuna per week will help you reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.
Fried potatoes are doused in fat and grease. Opting for roasted potatoes is always a healthier option. White potatoes have more potassium while sweet potatoes have beta carotenes. Try cooking them separately or together.
Do you have a sweet tooth? Try dark chocolate over milk chocolate. Milk chocolate is high in fat while dark chocolate is not. Studies have shown that dark chocolate can reduce your overall cholesterol levels, just make sure it's 70% to 80% cacao.
Managing your diet will help you to manage your cholesterol, and cooking with a partner can be very rewarding. Try these simple swaps, and enjoy your meal.
