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How to Lowering Cholesterol with Corn Oil

How to Lowering Cholesterol with Corn Oil

Choosing healthy cooking oils is not easy in the middle of the range the invasion of products in the market. Corn oil is one type of oil that You can use to avoid high cholesterol levels.

The portion that is not excessive from corn oil or oils from vegetables and other legumes is a source of healthy fat for the body.

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Content of Unsaturated Fatty and phytosterol


One category of healthy oils that contain unsaturated fat single-chain and double-chain high. Corn oil, including the oil-rich unsaturated fats that can help lower cholesterol, to lower the risk of heart disease.

There are three ways of corn oil can help lower cholesterol:

  • Replacing saturated fatty acids with unsaturated fatty acids double chain.
  • Hitting Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is often called bad cholesterol.
  • Improving the ratio of LDL and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol becomes better.


Not only unsaturated fatty acid chain double course which acts to lower cholesterol levels, but also an unsaturated fatty acid single chain. Also, an unsaturated fatty acids single chain is also beneficial to maintaining the stability of insulin levels and blood sugar, thereby suppressing the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Food products derived from vegetable and corn oil contain a lot of phytosterols. Substances that can contain the cholesterol, because of its ability to block the absorption of cholesterol, including LDL, in the gastrointestinal tract. In fact, the phytosterols in small quantities also have an influence on the absorption of cholesterol.

A study was conducted to compare the intake of foods containing cholesterol is treated with oil corn and corn oil that has been removed phytosterol. That eating food with corn oil without phytosterols seemed to experience an increased intake of cholesterol by up to 38 percent. Meanwhile, consuming the corn oil with phytosterols have cholesterol levels lower 12 percent.

It is proved phytosterols can reduce the absorption, as well as lower cholesterol. Likewise, margarine made from corn and materials another vegetable , can affect the levels of LDL.

The Combination Of The Use Of Oil


One of the suggestions the use of oil of an expert, namely using a combination of various types of oil to maximize its benefits to the body.

One of the factors that need to be considered is the boiling point. If the oil past the boiling point, then the oil will look smoky. If it happens, then the nutrient content will be reduced and cause an unpleasant taste on food.

For corn oil, soybean oil, and sesame oil is suitable for frying process because it has the level of high boiling point. Meanwhile, canola oil and olive appropriate to the course of sauteing in medium temperature. Then, the oil from flax seeds or walnuts, it's best served with a mixed salad or in foods without the cooking process.

For who have a problem with high cholesterol levels, can utilize corn oil as an alternative fat intake. If necessary, combine several types of other oils to get the maximum benefit
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How Lowering Blood Lipid Levels without Medicine

How Lowering Blood Lipid Levels without Medicine

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Blood fats, also called lipids, is a positive role in the body. Blood fat that met proteins form lipoproteins or cholesterol is essential for the body's cells for energy generation. But in conditions when high blood fat levels, then the effect can trigger dangerous diseases.

Lipoprotein alone generally can be identified into two types, namely the good cholesterol (high density / HDL) because it is useful to prevent clogging of the arteries and bad cholesterol (low density / LDL), which can increase the risk of developing a stroke or heart attack. Standard total cholesterol is 200 mg per dL.

The current condition of blood fats (lipids) and lipoproteins in the blood exceeds normal levels called hyperlipidemia. The situation has become one of the major risk factors for heart disease. Also, other numbers that need to be monitored are triglyceride levels, the type of blood fat derived from the calories "was not burnt" body. Calories are usually derived from carbohydrates and fats consumed. High levels of triglycerides in the blood called hypertriglyceridemia, also can increase the risk of heart disease.

Risk Factors and Prevention Naturally


High blood lipid levels are more at risk experienced by people who have the following factors.


  • Eating too many high-fat foods.
  • Routine taking certain medications, such as steroids, blood pressure drugs, and birth control pills.
  • Suffering from kidney disease, liver pain, diabetes, hypothyroidism, and prolonged stress.
  • Health condition is hereditary.
  • The habit of consuming alcohol.

It is important to check their blood lipid levels on a regular basis because of the high levels of cholesterol in a person's blood is not accompanied by specific symptoms. It is that high cholesterol levels can be detected and addressed from the outset.

As a precaution, many ways can be taken so that blood fat levels in the body does not soar to become a source of danger.

  • Multiply that eating lean protein that helps accelerate the body's metabolism. To obtain sufficient protein without the fat, always choose lean meats or clean up the fat before it is processed. Also, replace the consumption of red meat with fish, such as salmon or mackerel. Women need about 46 grams of daily protein intake, while men take 5 grams of protein daily. Lean protein can also be obtained from poultry meat, tofu, seafood (seafood), nuts, and low-fat milk.
  • Limit consumption of fried food. Better if the meal with boiled or steamed.
  • Remove the chicken skin before processing.
  • When eating eggs, you should avoid include egg yolks.
  • Choose milk, ice cream, cheese, and low-fat yogurt.
  • Consumption of fruits and vegetables enough to meet the needs of fiber. Vegetables high in nutrients needed by the body. Make sure you eat at least 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables every day. Choose vegetables and fruit with dark colors or bright colors because they contain more antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.
  • In addition to lowering blood sugar levels and blood pressure, exercising regularly contribute to increasing the levels of good cholesterol and lower triglyceride levels. Walking, swimming, cycling can be mild exercise the right choice. Strive for at least 30 minutes of regular exercise as much as 4-5 times a week. If your time is limited, do exercise for 10 minutes. Exercising regularly is also able to reduce levels of stress.
  • Avoid eating too much sugar and processed foods, such as foods made from wheat flour.
  • Avoid consumption of liquor. Liquors in calories and high sugar that can increase triglyceride levels.
  • Limit rice-based foods, such as pasta, rice, bread, candy, and cookies because the risk of slowing the body's fat burning.
  • Make the mineral water as the primary source of body fluids to meet energy needs and make fuller stomach. Avoid sugary drinks consumption, such as bottled juices and carbonated soft drinks.
  • Bed early to meet the body's need for rest. Activities sleep necessary for maintaining the body's performance is still functioning properly.


Various ways above you can do as a natural effort to manage blood lipid levels. Apart from these, there are drugs lowering blood fat levels that are generally given to those who are already at high risk for heart disease. Even so, consumption of medications without lifestyle changes is healthier still will not bring the maximum benefit.

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