4 most natural ways to reduce cholesterol

Here are 4 tips from scientists that you should follow to reduce the amount of bad cholesterol in your body:

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1. Increase physical activity

In addition to lowering "bad" LDL cholesterol, regular physical activity as simple as walking can also increase "good" HDL cholesterol by up to 10%.

Professor Robert Harrington of Durham University School of Medicine (UK) advises his patients to walk 45 minutes every day after dinner. If you are an office worker, you can stand up and walk around the office for about 5 minutes after every hour of work.

2. Eat seafood

Seafood sources are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help lower cholesterol.

"Fresh phytoplankton foods are the most nutritious," said Professor J. Markuson. He also recommends people eat sardines and salmon at least three times a week. In addition, fish oil is also very beneficial for health.

3. Fruits and vegetables

Fruits and vegetables, including whole grains, are not only good sources of heart-healthy antioxidants, but also contain fiber that can lower cholesterol. Sources of soluble fiber include dried beans, oats, and barley.

4. Trans Fat is the enemy

When shopping, check product labels, especially the ingredients section. Look for products with zero trans fat and look at the ingredients to make sure foods don’t contain partially hydrogenated oils. When eating out, avoid fried foods, cookies, and other baked goods unless they are reputable and you know they remove trans fats during processing.

According to Tien Phong Online