Pick cholesterol-lowering foods

When it comes to bringing down LDL (bad) cholesterol, it appears foods like soy protein, nuts and plant sterols have the upper hand. According to a study in The Journal of the American Medical Association, people with high cholesterol who combined such foods and incorporated them into their diets had a greater reduction in LDL cholesterol than those who followed low-saturated-fat diets that focused on high fiber and whole grains alone.

Researchers found that the cholesterol levels of those who followed the low-saturated-fat diets dropped 3%, while those consuming the cholesterol-lowering food saw a decrease of up to 14%. The best answer- combine a heart-healthy diet of low-saturated-fat and add in the protein and nuts.

Remember- the cholesterol is not the root of the problem- it is a result of the problem. The way you eat and how active you are in your lifestyle is the key. Once those areas improve, your cholesterol will improve along with it!

Bobby Bland PWCA, CIC
Commercial Risk Service