Eating okra may help lower high cholesterol levels, experts say.
Eating too much fatty foods, not exercising enough, and being overweight contribute to cholesterol buildup . Its excess, in turn, increases the likelihood of heart problems or stroke. Therefore, doctors always recommend that patients with this problem switch to a healthier diet – eating fresh plant foods containing fiber, vitamins and minerals is of great importance in lowering cholesterol levels.
Certain foods in this regard may be more beneficial. In particular, British experts said in an interview with Express that an excellent boron with high cholesterol is okra – a fruit that, due to its appearance and taste, is often classified as a vegetable.
Okra can be fried, used as a side dish , add to soups. To reduce high cholesterol, experts advised using okra instead of potatoes in everyday meals.
Such a vegetable as okra effectively lowers blood sugar
Nutritionist Vasilisa Ponomareva noted in an interview with MedikForum that plant foods like okra are high in fiber, protein, vitamin B6, and folic acid, substances that help control blood cholesterol levels. Okra is also high in inflammation-fighting polyphenols, which studies have shown to be particularly effective in reducing stroke and heart problems.
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