🥦Reduce intake of foods high in saturated fats and trans fats, such as red meat, dairy products, and oils.
🌾Consume foods high in soluble fiber, such as apples, oats, and legumes, to block absorption of dietary cholesterol.
🚽Eat foods high in insoluble fiber, like broccoli and kale, to promote regular bowel movements for cholesterol removal.
What foods should I cut down on to reduce cholesterol?
—Reduce intake of red meat, dairy products, and oils high in saturated fats and trans fats.
What foods can help block the absorption of cholesterol?
—Foods high in soluble fiber, such as apples, oats, and legumes, can block the absorption of dietary cholesterol.
How can I promote regular bowel movements for cholesterol removal?
—Eating foods high in insoluble fiber, like broccoli and kale, can promote regular bowel movements for cholesterol removal.
Are there any shortcuts to reducing cholesterol through diet?
—Nutrient bars formulated with soluble fiber can provide a convenient way to increase soluble fiber intake.
Can a dietary approach alone effectively reduce cholesterol?
—While a dietary approach can be effective, it is also important to consult with a healthcare professional and consider other interventions if necessary.
00:00Introduction to the three axes of cholesterol reduction using diet.
04:00Axis 1 - Reduce dietary cholesterol intake by cutting down on saturated fats and trans fats.
06:30Axis 2 - Inhibit absorption and reabsorption of cholesterol using foods high in soluble fiber.
09:30Axis 3 - Promote regular bowel movements to aid in cholesterol removal with foods high in insoluble fiber.
