{"id":137153,"date":"2023-09-09T19:24:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-09T19:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magdelaine.net\/?p=137153"},"modified":"2023-09-09T19:24:00","modified_gmt":"2023-09-09T19:24:00","slug":"foods-to-lower-cholesterol-recommended-by-a-personal-trainer-including-popcorn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magdelaine.net\/lifestyle\/foods-to-lower-cholesterol-recommended-by-a-personal-trainer-including-popcorn\/","title":{"rendered":"Foods to lower cholesterol recommended by a personal trainer &#8211; including popcorn"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>This Morning&#039;s Dr Chris discusses the signs of high cholesterol<\/h3>\n<p>A poor diet and inactivity are a recipe for high cholesterol, which is a risk factor for life-threatening conditions such as strokes and heart attacks.<\/p>\n<p>Having personal experience training people from all walks of life, Aroosha has recommendations for people who have high cholesterol.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Increase your intake of fibre,&#8221; Aroosha said, listing fibrous foods you should eat more of, including popcorn:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Popcorn<\/li>\n<li>Lentils<\/li>\n<li>Beans<\/li>\n<li>Broccoli<\/li>\n<li>Avocados<\/li>\n<li>Apples.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Aroosha also recommended eating foods that contain unsaturated fats, which helps to reduce total cholesterol levels, such as almonds, peanuts, walnuts and pecans.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to nuts, you can increase your intake of unsaturated fats by adding seeds to your breakfast, lunch or dinner.<\/p>\n<p> <strong> READ MORE&#8230; <\/strong> <strong>Three small dietary shifts that could slash high cholesterol levels<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/11\/590x\/secondary\/4950494.jpg?r=1694186963299\"><\/p>\n<p>Seeds to try include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sunflower<\/li>\n<li>Pumpkin<\/li>\n<li>Sesame<\/li>\n<li>corn<\/li>\n<li>Flaxseeds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You also need to eat foods that are going to help the body absorb excess cholesterol that can then be broken down in the liver.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The liver then flushes it from the body,&#8221; Aroosha added, which can lower your risk of disease.<\/p>\n<p>You can do this by eating more:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Salmon<\/li>\n<li>Beans<\/li>\n<li>Legumes<\/li>\n<li>Berries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <strong> Don&#8217;t miss&#8230; <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Boy dies from &#8216;silent killer&#8217; after suffering flu-like symptoms at school[SYMPTOMS] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>First of its kind study finds new risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes[LATEST] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Dad and daughter received the same devastating diagnosis three years apart[REAL LIFE] <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/11\/590x\/secondary\/4950495.jpg?r=1694186963373\"><\/p>\n<p>We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you&#8217;ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n<p>As well as incorporating healthy foods that reduce cholesterol, you probably need to cut down on the foods that contribute to high cholesterol.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Excess intake of saturated fats increases total cholesterol,&#8221; Aroosh said, which means cutting down on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Butter<\/li>\n<li>Ghee<\/li>\n<li>Cheese<\/li>\n<li>Cream<\/li>\n<li>Ice cream<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate<\/li>\n<li>Coconut cream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>People should also limit their sugar intake, or consider using raw honey when they fancy a sweetener.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Raw honey contains antioxidants and may help lower LDL [low-density lipoprotein] and raise HDL [high-density lipoprotein] levels, potentially decreasing overall risk of cardiovascular disease,&#8221; said Aroosha.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is HDL and LDL cholesterol?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Leading charity Heart UK says HDL contains more protein than fat, making it very dense.<\/p>\n<p>HDL removes excess cholesterol from the blood vessels, it has an anti-inflammatory effect, and an antioxidant effect, hence why it&#8217;s considered good cholesterol.<\/p>\n<p>LDL, on the other hand, is considered bad cholesterol because too much of it can clog up the blood vessels.<\/p>\n<p>Aroosha Nekonam works on behalf of Ultimate Performance (UP), a leading personal training company, known for its results-driven approach and scientific foundation.<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.express.co.uk\/life-style\/health\/1810895\/how-to-lower-cholesterol-diet-fibre-popcorn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Morning&#039;s Dr Chris discusses the signs of high cholesterol A poor diet and inactivity are a recipe for high cholesterol, which is a risk factor for life-threatening conditions such as strokes and heart attacks. 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