Cholesterol allied with free radicals

• April 16, 2024

Among the main causes that cause an increase in free radicals in the body, is the excess of Saturated fats Y subsistence allowance high in sugar .

This type of diet, so common in our society, can generate a greater amount of free radicals that the necessary. When these are "out of control", they attack the cells, damage them and become new free radicals, so that a chain reaction occurs.

In the face of the daily presence of thesefree aditives , the organism must neutralize them and defend themselves. It is very important that foods rich in antioxidants are present in our diet daily

Foods against bad cholesterol

The Saturated fats which are found in substances of animal origin such as butter, sausages or whole milk products, among others, are those that contribute most to the increase in cholesterol.

In contrast, products such as blue fish, rich in omega 3, or olive oil are beneficial to prevent cardiovascular diseases .

Scholars like Abel Marine Font , Professor of Nutrition and Bromatology at the University of Barcelona, ​​Spain, point out that a person can stay perfectly healthy by consuming fresh products in a balanced diet.

There are substances that develop a fundamental role in the control of bad cholesterol or LDL ; such is the case of phytosterols, present in foods such as fruits, vegetables, vegetables and vegetables.

According to Marine Font, one to three grams of these substances per day are necessary to achieve a reduction in the level of cholesterol in 14%.
 

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