Cholesterol Clinic

If you have been diagnosed with high cholesterol chances are your doctor explained to you that you are at risk for heart disease if you do not make some changes. Thankfully, the changes you need to make are quite simple and easy to do. It all comes down to changing your diet. There are many foods that you can add to your diet to decrease your bad cholesterol.

Cook With Whole Grains

Eating a diet that is rich in whole grains is a great start. The reason behind this is that whole grains add soluble fiber to your meals which in turn binds to your bad cholesterol and carries it out of your body before it can cause any damage. You will find whole grains in many different foods. If you haven’t eaten many meals that include whole grains, look for new recipes that you can prepare.

A simple way to add whole grains to your diet is by eating steel-cut oatmeal. You can prepare this at home and have it for breakfast. Add some bananas or berries for extra flavor and nutrition. You can also use oats to make your own granola bars and oatmeal cookies. When you make oatmeal cookies, decrease the amount of sugar that the typical recipe calls for and add some dark chocolate chips to them. The dark chocolate is an excellent source of antioxidants, which is great for your health as well.

If you take a look at the grocery store you will find many new pasta products are made with whole grains. These are very high in fiber and easy to cook. Use them in any of your current recipes that call for pasta and see if your family notices the difference. Another great switch to make is to cook with brown rice instead of white rice. Brown rice needs to cook longer than white rice, but once you become familiar with how to prepare it, you will really enjoy it.

Fruits

Virtually all fruits are good for us. However, some are better than others in lowering bad cholesterol levels. Pectin is a compound found in certain fruits which binds to bad cholesterol. Pectin is actually a type of soluble fiber. The top pectin-rich fruits include citrus fruits, grapes, strawberries and apples. Why not bring an apple with you to work this week to replace that bag of chips you usually snack on? You can also freeze (sliced) strawberries or whole grapes in a plastic container and bring them with you ? by lunchtime, they’ll be frosty cold and delicious, perfect for a light and healthy dessert. Sprinkle on some unrefined sugar for a healthier way to add sweetness, if you like.

Beans

Do you enjoy Mexican food such as enchiladas and burritos? These are usually packed with beans and are very good for you as long as they are not prepared with a lot of salt and fat. You can also prepare soups and stews using a variety of different types of beans. Beans are a great source of fiber and the more often you include them in your meals the better your cholesterol will be.

It’s easy to see just how many healthy and delicious cholesterol-lowering foods are available. Switching to a cholesterol-busting diet doesn’t have to be unpleasant or a lot of work…all it takes is some knowledge and common sense!

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