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Instead of avoiding foods that lead to high cholesterol, why not try and get rid of the elevated cholesterol levels? I would look into a cleanse to detoxify the body and internal organs which should significantly contribute to balance cholesterol levels. Renew Life is a great company that deals with cleanses.
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The literature is and experts are torn on this. Most studies I believe say that eating foods that contain cholesterol don't raise cholesterol made by the body. Though it does seem that some people produce more cholesterol if they eat more, but this is not conclusive. Some still really feel that eating animal products raises cholesterol. I believe that it is pretty conclusive that eating saturated fat does raise cholesterol levels
Now, for my opinion. I believe that some people will naturally have elevated cholesterol levels and that it is perfectly healthy. I also believe that some people will have elevated cholesterol levels and that it isn't healthy, but I think that's rare. People should eat low saturated fat and meat sparingly. I like Michael Pollan's term "flexitarian". Eat meat once or twice a week and, as he advocates, they should be range/grass fed. The problem with taking meat out of the diet people may stuff themselves with carbohydrates. The easiest thing to say is to eat things in their natural state. The less "Franken foods" the better!
Now, for my opinion. I believe that some people will naturally have elevated cholesterol levels and that it is perfectly healthy. I also believe that some people will have elevated cholesterol levels and that it isn't healthy, but I think that's rare. People should eat low saturated fat and meat sparingly. I like Michael Pollan's term "flexitarian". Eat meat once or twice a week and, as he advocates, they should be range/grass fed. The problem with taking meat out of the diet people may stuff themselves with carbohydrates. The easiest thing to say is to eat things in their natural state. The less "Franken foods" the better!
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I agree with Jason regarding a detox or cleansing program. To ensure long term success, however, try a balanced approach. Try something similar to this as a guide and it should be recommended/approved by a Nutritionist: http://www.nutritionbynatalie.com/MEALPLAN.htm.
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One thing that is conclusive is that the amount of cholesterol you have in you blood has less to do with your chances for heard disease then the ratios of LDL (bad) cholesterol and HDL (good) cholesterol.
I personally worked with a client (for nutrition) that had a heart attack (due to clogged arteries) that had a total cholesterol level below 150 but her HDL to LDL levels were way off.
Read this article
http://www.fitnessblender.com/v/article-detail/How-to-Raise-HDL-Choleste...
as it discusses in more detail what to eat and what to avoid as well as explaining what ratios to look for in a blood cholesterol panel.
I personally worked with a client (for nutrition) that had a heart attack (due to clogged arteries) that had a total cholesterol level below 150 but her HDL to LDL levels were way off.
Read this article
http://www.fitnessblender.com/v/article-detail/How-to-Raise-HDL-Choleste...
as it discusses in more detail what to eat and what to avoid as well as explaining what ratios to look for in a blood cholesterol panel.
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My advice is always, always, always check-in with your physician before doing anything else. High cholesterol, like most other medical issues/conditions can be mutli-faceted and not necessarily respond to a simple fix. That being said, the short answer to your question is "foods high in cholesterol and saturated fats" should be avoided or at least limited.
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Eliminate trans fat! It is way worse than regular saturated fat. Go with trans fat free margarine or a butter blend that is high in unsaturated fat. Avoid baking mixes, desserts, and snacks with trans fats....there is usually a better option that tastes as good or better.
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God... When will people learn saturated fat is not bad? It is a negative stigma created in the 1950's when food processing companies funneled massive amounts of money into a study called the lipid hypothesis trying to prove that saturated fats lead to heart disease. The study itself failed to produce any evidence that saturated fats lead to an increase in the risk of heart disease but since the study itself got so much publicity the entire world began thinking saturated fat was bad for you. Common we lived on saturated fat as hunters and gatherers. You think they were dropping dead from heart disease?
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2002/08/17/saturated-...
The key to lowering cholesterol levels is regular exercise and eating whole foods. Staying away from processed foods, fast foods, frozen foods(unless it's veggies/fruit). It really is this simple.
I've seen numerous people on cyclical ketogenic diets decrease their LDL levels and increase their HDL levels proven through annual blood tests. It's all over bodybuilding.com forums that's why there is an entire section dedicated to it. Fat's are not the [only] problem. Macros can be, eating processed food can be, but don't alienate the fats!!! Carbs, Fats, Protein... They are all good for you!
Examples of good macros include:
40% Carbs, 30% Pro, 30% Fat
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2002/08/17/saturated-...
The key to lowering cholesterol levels is regular exercise and eating whole foods. Staying away from processed foods, fast foods, frozen foods(unless it's veggies/fruit). It really is this simple.
I've seen numerous people on cyclical ketogenic diets decrease their LDL levels and increase their HDL levels proven through annual blood tests. It's all over bodybuilding.com forums that's why there is an entire section dedicated to it. Fat's are not the [only] problem. Macros can be, eating processed food can be, but don't alienate the fats!!! Carbs, Fats, Protein... They are all good for you!
Examples of good macros include:
40% Carbs, 30% Pro, 30% Fat
