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Looking for an easy way to achieve lower cholesterol? Lower cholesterol levels are linked with good general health and also reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.
Having lower cholesterol levels has a lot to do with how you treat your body. While some people seem to be genetically predisposed to have lower cholesterol, you can improve your chances by making good choices about what you eat and how much exercise you get on a daily basis. So what kind of diet and exercise regime is likely to help you achieve lower cholesterol?
The most important dietary change you can make is by changing the types of fats present in your eating plan. We all need 10% of our daily intake to come from fat in order to support the growth of tissue and hair. However, not all fats are created equal. The best kind of fats are the unsaturated kind, which can be found in foods like fish, nuts and avocado. You'll want to limit sources of saturated fats, for example fried foods, creamy dairy products and butter. By changing the kinds of fat you eat, you can get your daily requirements without leading to negative effects on your heart.
Other positive dietary changes you can make are eating more starches, particularly ones that are high in fibre, and to make sure you get plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Lastly, recent tests show that selenium, oats, garlic and soya all work to lower the amount of fat in your bloodstream. As far as exercise goes, the more activity you get on a daily basis, the less of the wrong kind of fat will be present in your bloodstream. Almost any kind of physical activity will serve the purpose, so choose something that you enjoy and can work into your lifestyle. Walk to work, cycle by the river, or go dancing at your local club. Regular exercise will also help you to lose weight if you need to.
If you are really concerned about the amount of fat in your bloodstream, or your family has a history of heart disease of stroke, visit your doctor and have a few tests done. You doctor can also advise you about a specific diet and exercise regime to best suit your needs.
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