Cholesterol is one of the body's fats that are very
essential in constructing cells in the body. Moreover, it is also used to
produce hormones that are responsible to supply the energy that your body needs
which allows you to get through the day. However, having high level of
cholesterol may not mean good. If you have high level of cholesterol you could
have a high risk of acquiring diseases like diabetes, stroke, high blood
pressure, hypertension and heart attack. Bear in mind that all diseases will
all simply lead you to - death. Surely, you don't like death strike your life;
do you?
Now, if you have been suffering from high cholesterol level and you want to
minimize its level; here are some of the things that you should consider.
Stay away from saturated fat. Too much consumption of saturated fat that is
mainly found in foods like dark chocolate, whip cream, butter, bacon, processed
meat and cheese could absolutely raise your cholesterol level. However, it
doesn't mean that you would deprive yourself from all these delicious foods but
you have to make sure to take appropriate amount to decrease your intake of
saturated fats. Moreover, it is recommendable to substitute butter and
margarine with an olive or canola oil because it has 'smart fats' that is safe
for the heart.
Eat more fish than meat. Fish can be a good source of omega-3 which has already
proven to reduce blood pressure and helps prevent blood clots. Doctors
recommend that you have to consume at least three servings of fish in a week.
You have to replace your usual meat with fishes like salmon, mackerel and tuna.
Consume more fiber. Vegetables, fruits and whole grains can be the best source
of fiber and antioxidants that help lower your cholesterol. To be specific,
soluble fiber which can be found in most vegetables serves as a sponge that
helps absorb extra cholesterol on your body.
Quit smoking. Apart from the benefit of lowering your cholesterol, it primary
help you save your lungs from respiratory diseases.
Avoid sodas and any other carbonated beverages. According to research, green
tea significantly lowers the level of cholesterol and elevating the HDL (good)
in the body. You have to take green tea as an alternative because it contains
some element like polyphones that helps get rid off the bad cholesterol on your
body.
Drink alcohol in moderation this only means drinking a maximum of one drink for
women and two drinks for men; this is in daily basis. If you drink too much you
are prone to acquire health problems such as stroke and heart failure.
Have a regular exercise to get you moving. Whatever exercise you have whether
it is through walking, running and cycling; one thing should be important and
that is that you do it consistently. Study shows that you are increasing 10 %
of good cholesterol when you do regular exercises.
It is still important that taking the proper diet, exercise, having a positive
view about life and taking all things in moderation could still be the best
prevention for you not to be at risk of having high cholesterol.
