Factors for contemplating low cholesterol.

[Denise Tomlinson]

May a bowl of oatmeal help lower your cholesterol? What about a few walnuts or possibly a baked potato topped with some heart-healthy margarine?

Soluble fiber may reduce steadily the absorption of cholesterol into your bloodstream. Five to 10 grams or more of dietary fiber each day reduces your total and LDL cholesterol. Consuming 1 1/2 glasses of cooked oatmeal provides 6 grams of fibre. If you add fruit, including bananas, you'll add about 4 more grams of fibre.

Soluble fiber is also present in such meals as kidney beans, oranges, pears, barley and prunes.

Fish and omega-3 fatty acids - Eating fatty fish can be heart healthy because of its high degrees of omega-3 fatty acids, which can lessen your blood pressure and threat of developing blood clots. In people who have previously had heart attacks, fish-oil — or omega-3 fatty acids — decreases the chance of sudden death.

You usually takes an omega-3 or fish oil supplement to get some of the advantages, but you will not get other nutrients in fish, including selenium. Keep in mind to view your diet, should you choose to take a complement and consume lean meat or vegetables instead of fish.

You ought to cook or grill the fish to prevent introducing bad fats. If you don't like fish, you can also get small levels of omega-3 fatty acids from foods like soil flaxseed or canola oil. For more take a look at Low Cholesterol Food List.