Posts Tagged ‘Cholesterol’
The power against ‘bad’ cholesterol
In these cases, once the doctor detects an excess of this substance in the blood, usually puts the patient
a restrictive diet regarding fat intake. Experts recommend not only make life less sedentary, but to improve the diet with increased consumption of fruits and vegetables rich in nutrients, fiber and fat.
ComidaTambién is advisable to eat more foods with unsaturated fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated) like fish, chicken and vegetable oils such as olive and seed (corn, sunflower). Should not miss high-fiber whole grains and cereals, rice, beans and pasta. Although not removed from the diet, we recommend moderate consumption of coffee, tea, soft drinks and milk (skim is best to use only).
It usually suppress all foods with saturated fats, red meat, pork, lamb, sausage, cheese and butter fat. Products with excess sugar and calories are also deleted (chocolate, pastries, sauces, pates …), as well as those that are direct sources of cholesterol, egg yolk, some offal and shellfish. Excess salt and spices also be evitarse.Y with him, preserved and prepared to abuse these condiments. Read the rest of this entry »
Eggs: Friends or Foes?
Who does not enjoy a delicious egg and chips? Undoubtedly, one of the favorite dishes when satisfying our taste buds, but also one of the least recommended, and even prohibited in the diet.
There are foods that have their good side and bad side. And in the case of eggs, it appears that the balance tips toward the negative side. However, the situation is not as well.
Eggs have always been criticized for its high content of cholesterol, a major enemy to the health of our heart. However, saturated fats and trans fats are equally or more dangerous for developing heart disease. So eggs are not the only culprits, but the butter that often accompany traditional breakfasts.
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Cranberries
The cranberry is a medicinal plant closely related, from the botanical point of view, with the common blueberry. It is characterized by its scarlet red ripe berries.
Cranberry mature in August and September. It is precisely at this time that should be collected, because if not fully ripe berries are useless.
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Diet The Good And Healthy
A good diet and healthy is a diet that does not reduce the body’s health in terms of staying in shape despite lower portions.
Here are some general guidelines for healthy eating for the heart:
Choose foods low in saturated fat and trans fatty acids. Some foods low in saturated fat include fruits, vegetables, grains, and nonfat dairy products or fat. Try to avoid fried foods and commercial baked goods like cookies and crackers. Read the rest of this entry »