Complex carbs naturally reduce cholesterol. Soluble fiber, found only in carbohydrate meals like whole grains, fruit, and starchy vegetables, removes cholesterol from the body.
Saturated and trans fats raise cholesterol, but not all fats do. Some fats actually reduce them. Fatty fish and flaxseed increase "good" HDL cholesterol.
Physical activity greatly affects cholesterol levels. According to a UKActive Research Institute analysis, exercise can boost "good" cholesterol and reduce "bad" cholesterol.
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Meditation can decrease cholesterol as well as exercise. Meditators had 35% lower cholesterol than non-meditators, according to a 2020 American Journal of Cardiology research.
If you drink alcohol, the American Heart Association recommends no more than two drinks per day for men and one for women.
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