High blood cholesterol is a common problem throughout the world, often affecting people from their mid-30s onwards. However, with the rise in obesity and a diet abundant in fat and refined carbohydrates, high blood cholesterol levels are now being seen in younger adults even in their 20s. Diet is of course a factor, but so is genetics and other lifestyle aspects. Controlling what you eat and avoiding certain foods can therefore be helpful. But some foods even have the ability to help lower your cholesterol levels and should be consumed in larger amounts. These cholesterol-fighting foods are not new. They are not specially designed super foods that cost large amounts of money. It is everyday food items that is easily available at most supermarkets yet not given much thought of for its cholesterol-fighting ability. The way these foods work differs. Some block the absorption of cholesterol from your digestive tract. Others contains ‘good fats’ that swing the balance in the favor of good cholesterol. These foods may at the very least minimize the effects of high blood cholesterol. Why is cholesterol dangerous? Cholesterol is very important for your health. Only about 20% is sourced from the diet and the other … Continue reading Top 5 Cholesterol-Fighting Foods That You Should Eat Daily