Cholesterol

There is good and bad cholesterol. The good cholesterol (HDL*) contributes to the production of hormones produced by the adrenal glands and genitals. Bad cholesterol (LDL*) contributes to the formation of plaques inside the arteries and makes more difficult the passage of blood. When blood does not circulate, it is the heart attack, stroke or peripheral vascular.

Vitamin C will help increase good cholesterol. Stress increases the bad cholesterol.

A diet rich in animal fats (fatty acids) increases blood cholesterol. The yolk of eggs, butter and meat are important sources of cholesterol. In beef, for example, cholesterol is found in most red meat in fat. It should not consume more than 300 mg of cholesterol per day.

Opt for fish, veal, poultry. Replace butter with vegetable margarine. Choose vegetable oils such as sunflower, corn, soybean and olive. Reduce alcohol consumption. Fruits and vegetables contain no cholesterol. On a plate, reduce the portion of meat, increase the vegetables. Calm your cravings with carrot, tomato, radish or cucumber.

Conversely, at the age of 80 years, it is important to increase the consumption of cholesterol. In the elderly, low levels of cholesterol increases the risk of cancer and depression.

23 avril 2010

The text above is for information purposes only. Only a doctor can diagnose a disease. No treatment (medication or scheme) should be undertaken without consulting a health professional.