15 Foods that Help Lower Cholesterol

Steamed Asparagus

Asparagus is a great source of vitamins. When you steam them, you enable them to bind to the bile acids in your gut. When bound, the bile acids need more cholesterol, which they take from your blood, leaving your blood free of the bad fats. You can substitute the asparagus with other vegetables, such as carrots, okra, beets, eggplants, green beans, or cauliflowers.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal provides your body with soluble fiber like other whole grains. Soluble fiber acts as a barrier to the absorption of cholesterol into your bloodstream. You only need between five and ten grams of oats every day to keep off the bad cholesterol. Top your oats with strawberries or other fruits to increase the fiber in your meal.

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