How To Increase Your Good Cholesterol

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cholesterolRaghav Mattay

GOODHOW TO INCREASE YOUR

CHOLESTEROLA waxy, fat-like substance found inall cells of the body, which assistswith proper digestion andproduction of hormones.

BADCHOLESTEROL

Bad cholesterol carries fat fromthe liver to other parts of the body,clogging arteries and increasingthe likelihood of heart disease,attack, and/or stroke.

GOODCHOLESTEROL

Acts as a counter to badcholesterol, reducing its harm andcarrying fat back to the liver toprocessed as waste.

CAUSESBoth bad and good cholesterol areaffected by diet or foods ingestedduring daily consumption, as wellas activity, and are sometimes(though rarely) a result of genetics,according to research.

MAXIMIZINGTHE GOODThe following can be done toimprove health and proactivelyincrease the levels of goodcholesterol in the system.

CHANGINGDIETExperts suggest reducing theintake of meat products, especiallyred meat, and increasing theamount of produce and foods withgood fats.

WHAT TO EATThey include items like fish,avocado, nuts, grains, and olive oil.Also, red wine and dark chocolateare said to promote heart health asa well.

STAY AWAY FROMFoods high in sugar, egg yolks, milkproducts, butter, and many fastfood products are said to beharmful, especially with those withalready high rates of badcholesterol.

WORK IT OUT

In addition to diet, exercise cancause the body to produce moregood cholesterol and also counterweight gain which is said to enablehigh cholesterol in individuals whoare obese.

NON-SMOKINGSECTIONSmoking is not as celebrated as itwas 50 years ago, but it's still aserious addiction for many.However, it impedes goodcholesterol in the blood system.