According to the cardiologist and nutritionist Svetlana Pavlichenko, the use of unpolished cereals in the shell strengthens the heart.
Medic Pavlichenko said that in cereals that are not subjected to aggressive processing and grinding, the shell is rich in antioxidants and magnesium, as well as the germ, which is a rich source of vitamin E, B vitamins, phytochemicals.
“Shell and germ – parts of the grain necessary for proper metabolism have antioxidant properties that protect the heart and blood vessels from the damaging effects of free radicals,” the cardiologist explained to Gazeta.Ru.
Another feature that makes unpolished cereals good for the heart lies in their property reduce the level of “bad” cholesterol and other fats (triglycerides) in the blood.
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“Two or more servings of whole grains a day reduced the chance of having a heart attack or dying from heart disease by 30% over a 10-year period,” Pavlichenko said. =”list-marked”>
In turn, white polished rice, semolina, flakes for quick brewing with boiling water should be present in the diet to a minimum or completely excluded. Such products contain too little fiber (dietary fiber), which is necessary for the “cleansing” of blood vessels from fat. For health, dietary fiber should be consumed in an amount of 30-45 grams daily.
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Svetlana Pavlichenko healthy lifestyle cardiologist, nutritionist-therapist, candidate of medical sciences