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16 Foods That Lower Cholesterol

Kamut

Kamut, also known as Khorasan wheat, is a food rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which have high protein levels and a tremendous amount of fiber. According to a study by the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, people who consumed Kamut wheat products instead of refined wheat had a significant reduction in their total cholesterol level, LDL cholesterol, and cytokines, which cause inflammation. This progress was noticed within the space of two months.

 

Radishes

Radishes are known to have a specific red color that results from the presence of anthocyanins, which are a group of phytochemical compounds to burn fat and reduce inflammation, bad cholesterol, and insulin resistance. One study shows that rats fed with radishes for twenty-one days showed lower levels of bad cholesterol and insulin. Moreover, it was also discovered that there was a boost in HDL or good cholesterol.