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Having high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol that is too low can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke, especially if your low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is too high. This is because HDL protects your arteries by removing cholesterol and sending it to your liver for processing and excretion. Some people have a genetic risk for …

1. Starchy Veggies Some vegetables are better than others when you’re watching your triglycerides. Limit the amount of starches you eat, such as corn and peas. That way, your body won’t convert the excess starch into triglycerides. There are plenty of other options, such as cauliflower, kale, and mushrooms, to choose from. 2. Baked Beans …

It’s no secret that certain foods can help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, which causes plaque buildup in your arteries that can lead to heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes. But what might surprise you is that many of these foods are delicious and easy to incorporate into your daily meals without sacrificing flavor or fun. …

If you’ve been warned that your cholesterol is too high, your risk of heart attack or stroke increases. So you need to exercise more, along with other lifestyle changes. Maybe you really hate running five nights a week but love lifting weights at the gym. Can weight training alone help you lower your cholesterol? Over …

Have you been diagnosed with high cholesterol? Then you know you need to make changes to your diet and lifestyle to lower your cholesterol and your risk of heart disease. Even if you’ve been prescribed cholesterol medication to help, you still need to make changes to your diet and get more active for heart health. …

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance in your body. You use it to protect nerves, build cell tissue, and produce certain hormones. You can make all the cholesterol you need. But you also get cholesterol directly from the foods you eat. Common sources include eggs, meat, and dairy products. Eating too much of these foods …

Healthy fats are fats that benefit the body by controlling inflammation and maintaining cells. Healthy fats are an important part of a balanced diet. But consuming too much fat, even healthy fats, can lead to weight gain or obesity, which increases the risk of diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. Like protein and carbohydrates, …

You can start lowering your LDL cholesterol naturally by making a few simple changes to your diet: 1. Eliminate trans fats and saturated fats Trans fats are created by adding hydrogen to liquid fats to help them solidify. Food manufacturers began using trans fats because they extend the shelf life of packaged baked goods. Fast food …

There are two types of cholesterol, the waxy substance found in your blood. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is considered “bad” cholesterol because it can build up inside your arteries and lead to heart attacks and strokes. The high-density lipoprotein (HDL) type is often called “good cholesterol” because it helps your body get rid of excess …

You can choose one of the following ways and foods to reduce unhealthy fat: Eat at home to reduce unhealthy fat Eating out to reduce unhealthy fat