This article suggests some easy methods of controlling and lowering cholesterol levels in blood by means of dietary controls only.
Cholesterol is a fatty substance which is essential ingredient of the body used in various metabolic activities of the body. However, when it exceeds the normal limits (150-200mg/100ml blood), it poses serious threat to arteries and heart. It can be successfully regulated and treated by means of slight changes in our diet.
Garlic
This is an excellent substance to add in your diet to contain the cholesterol level. When you have increased levels of cholesterol, take as much garlic as possible in your diet. It will certainly reduce cholesterol level without causing any side effects. Although it is best to take it in raw form, it is equally efficacious in other forms like pickles.
Coriander
This is another excellent item to add in your food. Use it in raw form. It acts as a natural diuretic also. Its leaves or seeds both can be used in raw form.
Sunflower Seeds
These are very efficacious in reducing cholesterol levels. These can be taken in powder form also. Linoleic acid present in sunflower seeds reduces the plaque formation on arterial walls by cholesterol.
Anti-Oxidants
All foods that provide anti-oxidants are very useful in treating enhanced levels of cholesterol. These include beetroots, carrots, tomatoes, peppers, melon seeds, papaya etc.
Fiber
Fiber rich food is best to check cholesterol such as whole grains, oat meal, fruits etc.
Vegetable Oils
Always use Vegetable Oils in your food such as olive oil, sunflower oil, Soya, corn etc.
Raw vegetables are always a better source of fibres and antioxidant than cooked ones.
Finally, include as much exercises and workouts as possible according to your physical condition. Physical activity increases the body's flexibility including that of arteries. And of course, follow your doctor's advice too.
