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- From having a protein-rich breakfast to adding ginger and garlic to dal tadka, here are some tips and tricks to lower cholesterol levels.
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Cholesterol levels can increase mainly due to a diet rich in saturated fats and trans fats, genetic disorders and lifestyle factors such as smoking, sedentary lifestyle and alcohol. Making healthy changes to your diet can help reduce cholesterol. Dietician Manpreet Kalra has shared some effective tips on Instagram. (Freepik)
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1. Start your day with omega-3 fatty acids like chia seeds water, walnuts, etc. They contain essential fatty acids that reduce inflammation and improve lipid profile. (Shutterstock)
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2. Eat bottle gourd with oats and besan chilla which are rich in fibre and protein for breakfast. This improves the level of LDL or bad cholesterol. (Pinterest)
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3. Try to take a 10-15 minute walk after meals. This balances blood sugar levels and improves lipid profile. (Shutterstock)
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4. Adding ginger and garlic to curries and dals can also help lower cholesterol levels. They also help prevent atherosclerosis or the build-up of plaque in the arteries. (Freepik)
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5. Avoid processed snacks like chips and namkeen. These foods contain processed vegetable oils that increase cholesterol. (Pinterest)
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6. Limit your intake of bakery items like cakes and rusks. They are high in sugar and saturated fat.
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7. Eat vegetables rich in vitamin B like leafy vegetables, broccoli and green peas. These reduce cholesterol levels and protect the heart.
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8. Take a cholesterol-lowering pill early in the morning. Apart from lowering cholesterol, it also reduces inflammation. (Pinterest)
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