“Garlic for Lowering Cholesterol: Benefits, Consumption Tips, and Appropriate Levels”

2023-05-11 23:16:05

The United States Library of Medicine (Medline Plus) indicates that the main cause of people having high cholesterol levels is that they do not have a healthy lifestyle, emphasizing that it is quite important to have a balanced diet.

Doctors currently recommend several foods to control this waxy molecule in the human body, among which garlic stands out, which also serves to clean the arteries.

According to the newspaper Sports worldthe consumption of this plant has several benefits and properties, since it contains an important molecule such as allicin, which helps reduce bad cholesterol levels.

“In addition to its well-known antioxidant properties, Garlic contains an active ingredient called allicin, which works in the body by reducing triglycerides. (a type of fat used by the body to store energy), increasing the levels of good cholesterol (HDL) and decreasing those of bad cholesterol (LDL)”, pointed out the newspaper.

Then, he pointed out: “The consumption of healthy foods with cardioprotective properties, as well as an active life will contribute significantly to cardiovascular health. The best and most efficient way to clean arteries naturally is through a healthy diet.”

Garlic, in the same way, helps fight respiratory infections, dilates the bronchi, fluidizes the mucous membranes and stimulates the immune system. Likewise, it is an excellent detoxifier for the body thanks to the fact that it is rich in vitamin B.

How to consume garlic to clean the arteries?

This plant can be consumed in different ways, as it also serves as a condiment for various preparations. Even the daily Sports world recommend combining it with milk.

“Eating garlic on an empty stomach can help you make better use of its properties, but if the taste is very unpleasant, it is enough to add it daily to any preparation. Another way to consume it is by adding three peeled cloves to a glass of milk and drinking before going to sleep. added.

What are the appropriate cholesterol levels?

Faced with this context, the entity explained that it is important to ensure that cholesterol levels and their concentration in the blood do not rise, especially the type known as bad, since not regulating it can bring some consequences in the future.

Bad LDL cholesterol levels, according to sex and age, are as follows:

  • Under 20 years of age, both in men and women: less than 100 mg/dL.
  • Men older than 20 years: less than 100 mg/dL.
  • Women older than 20 years: less than 100 mg/dL.

It should be remembered that the information provided in the above content does not replace medical advice and therefore it is always better to consult a health professional.

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