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Posted by Rosa on October 21, 2009, 12:33 pm, in reply to "Help!!"
Quaker oats or any type of oatmeal is good of course use skim milk.
1. Tuna. Fresh or canned tuna is loaded with Omega 3 fatty acids. Multiple studies show that those who eat plenty of Omega 3 fatty acids have lower LDL levels, higher HDL levels and lower levels of triglycerides, which are other fatty substances floating around your bloodstream.
2. Ground Flax Seeds or Flax Oil. Like tuna, flax also contains high levels of Omega 3 fatty acids. It's added as a supplement to many cereals, granola bars and breads, but be aware that the seeds themselves are not easily digestible. By adding ground flax seeds or flax oil to your diet, you'll get the most out of this tiny boost of nutrients. Flax also contains phytonutrients called lignans, which are also good for you. Ground flax seeds contain a healthy dose of fiber, too, although flax oil does not.
3. Almonds. By substituting two handfuls of almonds for a fatty snack or dessert, or adding them to salads and casseroles instead of higher-calorie alternatives, you'll lower your level of bad cholesterol while keeping your good cholesterol the same.
4. Oatmeal. The US Food and Drug Administration recognizes oatmeal as one of the key foods in maintaining heart health. Studies show that by eating one bowl of oatmeal a day, you can dramatically lower your LDL, or bad cholesterol, level. Scientists believe the reason for this is because the water-soluble dietary fiber found in oatmeal binds with bile (which contains cholesterol) in your digestive system and carries it out of your body.
5. Olive Oil. Studies show that, by substituting olive oil for butter, fatty salad dressings (mix it with a little vinegar), or even other cooking oils, you can significantly reduce your LDL level. It may take some effort to adjust your taste buds, but once you make the switch, you'll be much healthier for it.
6. Orange Juice. Who knew that all that orange juice your mother made you drink as a kid was so helpful? To get the most out of your juice, choose a juice that's fortified with plant sterols. By drinking two 8-oz glasses of sterol-fortified orange juice a day, you can lower your cholesterol by up to 10 percent.
7. Beans. Beans and legumes are a super source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. By adding beans and legumes of all kinds to your diet, you'll usher cholesterol out of your body and also full on fewer calories. The more content your body, the less you'll crave fatty foods.
8. Apples. An apple a day really does keep the doctor away, and adding the fiber and nutrients from apples helps to ensure your heart health.
9. Peas. Peas are a great source of soluble fiber. Add them by the handful to salads, or cook them in soups, stir fry and casseroles to add a little diversity to your diet.
10. Strawberries. Who knew something so little and delicious could be so full of great nutrition? Strawberries are a good source of soluble fiber, as well as a source for potent antioxidants and other vitamins and minerals.
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