Living a balanced life can sometimes require a helping hand. Juggling work, family, friends, hobbies, and wellness is no easy feat. Wouldn't it be nice to have a nutritious breakfast
Start the day with a heart-healthy kick? Look no further than oatmeal – a fiber-packed powerhouse with tons of health benefits, including managing one's cholesterol.
If you've been told you need to lower your cholesterol, you might be wondering what the big deal is. High cholesterol refers to a build-up of low-density lipoprotein
The consequences can become serious, from inhibiting blood flow over time to increasing the risk of a heart attack or stroke due to clotting.
According to the Mayo Clinic, some medical conditions can contribute to having high cholesterol, such as hypothyroidism, lupus, chronic kidney disease, and diabetes.
However, preventable factors like a lack of exercise, poor nutrition with high amounts of fat, smoking, and drinking all play a large role in increasing LDL cholesterol.
Whatever the reason behind your high cholesterol,A while also raising levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) to help your body to remove excess cholesterol
This winning combination can be made with any cut of oatmeal because the grain itself contains beta-glucan fibers, which help manage healthy cholesterol levels
It before it's absorbed by the body, according to Manaker. "While many people believe that steel cut is the only way to go, the truth is that all oats contain this important fiber."
A handful of walnuts and a cup of blueberries fortify the dish with fiber, sweetness, and a few extra benefits for your heart. "Data suggests that people who eat half a cup of walnuts
And the blueberries can help keep the HDL ("good") cholesterol at a healthy level." that the high antioxidant content in berries could be the mechanism behind its favorable effects
Blueberries or want to add more color to your bowl, Manaker suggests substituting in strawberries, another heart-healthy topping. She also advises keeping an eye on portion control, especially