2024-02-21 10:47:00
Verified on 02/21/2024 by Alexane Flament, Editor
This diet extends life expectancy while preventing cardiovascular diseases as well as certain cancers.
Promoting the consumption of plants, whole grains, legumes and fish and prohibiting red meat, sugar and industrial products: this diet is your best health ally!
Discover the best diet to fight cholesterol!
Is cholesterol always bad?
No, it is a lipid substance naturally present in our body and is essential for many physiological functions, such as the production of hormones, the formation of cell membranes and the digestion of fats!
There are two types of cholesterol: HDL cholesterol which is often called “good cholesterol” and LDL cholesterol which is often called “bad cholesterol”.
HDL (high-density lipoproteins) collect excess cholesterol from the organs and bring it back to the liver where it is transformed before being eliminated. LDL (low-density lipoproteins) carry cholesterol from the liver to all the cells that need it.
However, the excess remains in the blood and can be deposited on the arteries and form fatty plaques! An imbalance or excessive increase in LDL cholesterol can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease!
The Mediterranean diet, a true health ally!
The Mediterranean diet is considered effective in fighting cholesterol and maintaining good cardiovascular health.
This diet is based on the eating habits of Mediterranean countries. The main characteristics of this diet include high consumption of fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, fish, olive oil, nuts and seeds.
It limits the consumption of red meats, high-fat dairy products and processed foods.
This diet is particularly beneficial for cardiovascular health because it is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and omega-3 fatty acids.
These healthy fats help lower LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and increase HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol)!
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