Cardiologist Backs 1 Superfood for Cholesterol Control as LDL Raises Heart Disease Risk
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Updated · RSVP Live · Aug 9
Cardiologist Backs 1 Superfood for Cholesterol Control as LDL Raises Heart Disease Risk
1 articles · Updated · RSVP Live · Aug 9
Summary
Dr. Oliver Guttmann, a consultant cardiologist at The Wellington Hospital, singled out avocados as the standout supermarket food to support healthier cholesterol levels.
Avocados are high in unsaturated fats, fibre, vitamins and minerals, making them a heart-healthy substitute for cheese, butter and fatty meats that are higher in unhealthy fats.
Guttmann said lowering cholesterol also requires a broader diet shift toward fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins while cutting saturated and trans fats from fried foods, processed snacks and fatty meats.
LDL cholesterol can build plaque in arteries and raise heart-disease risk, while HDL helps remove LDL from the bloodstream, placing avocados within Mediterranean- and DASH-style diets aimed at better heart health.