Lower Cholesterol

Top 5 Foods to Help Lower Cholesterol

Diet can play an important role in lowering your cholesterol. Here are five foods that can lower your cholesterol and protect your heart:

1. oatmeal, oat bran, and high fiber foods- these contain soluble fiber which can help reduce the absorption of cholesterol into your blood stream

2. fish and omega-3 fatty acids- omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce blood pressure and prevent blood clots.

3. walnuts, almonds, and other nuts- rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids which helps keep blood vessels healthy

4. olive oil- contains a potent mix of antioxidants that can lower your "bad" (LDL) cholesterol but leave your "good" (HDL) cholesterol untouched

5. foods with added plant sterols or stenols- substances found in plants that help block the absorption of cholesterol. (ex. Orange juice, yogurt drinks)
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