DECREASE CHOLESTEROL TO PROTECT YOUR HEALTH

2007-05-02 10:04:19

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Cholesterol is a fat like substance produced by the liver that travels in the blood.It is present in various parts of the human body such as the nervous system, muscle, liver, skin, intestines, and heart. The human body produces enough cholesterol for its needs.

Cholesterol is also present in the food that we eat primarily through animal products. A diet high in fat leads to an increase of cholesterol levels in the body that leads to risk of serious illness. Cholesterol build up can clog arteries in the body which can lead to heart disease and high blood pressure. These health conditions can further lead to several health complications.

A decrease in cholesterol to its normal level is better to maintain optimum health and avoid health complications for the human body. However, rising temptations to overly consume foods high in cholesterol such as egg, meat, fish, poultry, and dairy products are sometimes a challenge that takes time to overcome.

Following a diet low in fat and low in cholesterol assures you to decrease cholesterol levels in your body and avoid health complications. You should cut your total fat ingestion to an average of thirty percent of your total calorie intake. It means that you should regularly check the cholesterol or fat content of the food you eat by limiting your intake of beef, pork, liver, and other meat products. Also, avoid fried foods since its fat content is high.

One good step to decrease cholesterol intake is to check food labels to determine fat content of the food you buy at grocery stores. As much as possible limit your fat intake from these foods to three grams or less per serving to ensure minimal intake of cholesterol.

Eating a diet high in fiber also contribute to decrease cholesterol level. A high fiber diet can reverse conditions of hardening and narrowing of arteries. Also, fiber got no cholesterol content that is why it is ideal diet for people decreasing their cholesterol levels.


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