Apples and nuts against cholesterol

• May 6, 2024

The bad cholesterol or LDL It is no longer unbeatable. Various studies claim that remedies as simple as consuming apples , anchovies Y nuts , can end the fear of having high cholesterol levels.

A study on nutrition funded by the European Commission and coordinated by Denmark, argues that eating two apples a day of about 300 grams, can help reduce 10% the levels of bad cholesterol.

In addition, it can reduce by 80% the appearance of pathogenic fungi and eliminate salmonella, as long as the apple is put in hot water for a few seconds.

Other research indicates that the anticolesterol properties of anchovy or anchovy are well known. These are also the foods richest in calcium. The abundance of unsaturated fatty acids oleic , linoleic Y Omega 3 of the anchovy , they help the body regulate cholesterol levels, especially when they have been triggered.

They consume less fat and sugar

Since there are also external sources that increase bad cholesterol, you should avoid consuming certain foods, such as red meat, pork, lamb, fatty cheese and butter.

It is also necessary to reduce the intake of sugars such as chocolate, industrialized cakes, sauces, patés, as well as those that are direct sources of LDL cholesterol: egg yolk and crustaceans.

The intake of Omega 3 helps reduce bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol, the key is in physical activity and eating more fruits and vegetables.
 

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