Turmeric
Among other things, turmeric keeps veins from clogging and stimulates blood circulation. And if your circulation is good, it also prevents a blood clot from reaching your heart, for example.
Apples
Speaking of apples, they too are fantastic at lowering cholesterol. However, then you have to eat the skin, because it contains an antioxidant that keeps your blood flowing well and lowers cholesterol. Also fruits like grapes, strawberries and citrus fruits are great to eat if you want to keep your cholesterol at a healthy level.
Nuts
Several studies have shown that nuts are incredibly healthy. For example, the monounsaturated fatty acids in pecans contribute to healthy cholesterol levels. Also, pecans contain beta-carotene and vitamin E, both of which have anti-inflammatory effects. And what about walnuts? These nuts are shaped like brains, which they also happen to be very good for! Not only that, one handful of walnuts a week can already reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by 19 percent. Eat them on their own or in your yogurt, salad or soup.
Black beans
Beans, but especially black beans, are rich in soluble fiber. In addition, they take your body a while to digest, so you feel full longer. This is one of the reasons why black beans are so suitable for people who want to lose weight and for people with high cholesterol.
Olives and olive oil
No wonder people in the Mediterranean area are so healthy: olives and olive oil are high in monounsaturated fatty acids that bring down cholesterol. Other vegetable oils such as sunflower oil or rapeseed oil can also help keep cholesterol at a healthy level. If your cholesterol is up to par, you’re less likely to have problems with your heart!
So, eat these products and make your heart a lot healthier!