Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance that is found in the blood. Cholesterol is used by the body to produce cell membranes and hormones. There are two types of cholesterol, HDL and LDL. HDL accounts for 25 - 33% of the blood’s cholesterol. HDL helps to protect against heart attack. Medical experts believe that HDL carries cholesterol away from the arteries and to the liver. LDL collects, along with other substances, and forms plaque along artery walls. This plaque hardens the walls and narrows the arteries.

Improve Your Cholesterol Levels with Fruits and Vegetables

Artichokes contain cynarin, which promotes bile production, which plays an important role in excreting cholesterol from the body.

Avocados contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which may raise HDL (good cholesterol) while lowering LDL (bad cholesterol). Avocados also contain beta-sitosterol, which may reduce the amount of cholesterol the body absorbs from food.

Spinach is lutein rich. Lutein is believed to help arteries fight off cholesterol, which may clog and harden arteries.

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