All those who have problems with high cholesterol should know that there are foods that are not only part of a healthy diet, but also actively help reduce cholesterol.

Our diet has a strong influence on the cholesterol levels we have in our blood. Everyone probably already knows that saturated fats have a very bad reputation here.

However, all those who have problems with high cholesterol should know that there are foods that are not only part of a healthy diet, but also actively help reduce cholesterol.

We will list the most important ones, and you should try to include at least one of them in your daily diet. The more of these foods you use, the better results you can expect. Especially if you also reduce your intake of saturated fats.

Apples – Medical experts have discovered that apples can reduce cholesterol levels by as much as 38%. Thus, by regularly consuming apples or apple juice, you can achieve excellent results.

Garlic – Garlic has the power to reduce the presence of cholesterol in the blood by 11%. It can be used in tablet form according to the manufacturer’s instructions or simply at least one clove of fresh garlic per day.

Peas – If you eat peas several times a week, in just one month you can reduce your cholesterol levels by 6%.

Cereal flakes – For example: oat, barley and wheat flakes, thanks to their high fiber content, are also excellent foods for lowering cholesterol.

Celery – Celery is another food that should be consumed by all those who want to reduce their blood cholesterol levels. It is even better if celery is combined with lemon juice. We have already written about this in more detail HERE.

Artichoke – Artichoke is a plant that stimulates the burning of fat in the body, so it is logical that it would help reduce cholesterol in this way. However, as far as this is concerned, it is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers, as it has a negative effect on milk secretion and for people who have liver and kidney problems.