Control high cholesterol: Cholesterol is a type of wax-like substance that is produced by all the cells of the body. It is essential for the body, but when its quantity becomes high, it causes problems like heart disease, increase in weight, heart attack, and stroke. There are two types of cholesterol- LDL cholesterol and HDL cholesterol. LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) increases the amount of wax that sticks to the body, while HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) helps reduce the amount of wax that sticks. Therefore, it is very important to avoid high levels of LDL cholesterol and increase low levels of HDL cholesterol. Today we will give you information about 5 dry fruits, eating which after soaking reduce bad cholesterol levels.
Walnut
Walnuts contain omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, and magnesium. Walnuts help in reducing the level of sugar in the body which causes problems related to cholesterol.
Almonds
Almonds contain vitamin E, magnesium, fiber, and protein. The alpha-linolenic acid present in almonds is a type of omega-3 fatty acid, which helps in reducing cholesterol.
Raisins
Raisins contain natural sugars which help in controlling bad cholesterol. Apart from this, raisins also contain vitamin C, calcium, and fiber.
Cashew
Cashew contains fiber, magnesium, and protein. Due to the many properties present in cashew, it helps in reducing cholesterol.
Dates
Dates are rich in vitamins, fiber, amino acids, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium, which help in controlling bad cholesterol levels.
(Disclaimer: The information given here is based on home remedies and general information. Must take medical advice before adopting it. Kalamtimes does not confirm it.)
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