Lowering Cholesterol Blog

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Am I overweight

A common question is am I overweight? Work out your BMI and find out how to lose weight sensibly

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Advanced BMI calculator

Use this advanced BMI calculator to work out your BMI and your healthy weight range for your height.

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Lowering cholesterol naturally and effectively

Lowering cholesterol is possible through diet and other lifestyle changes. All you need is the right information! Discover the critical role of diet and learn which foods can lower your cholesterol.

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Omega 3 benefits

One of the greatest omega 3 benefits includes a reduction in triglyceride levels. Find out which foods contain omega 3s, how much people should have and other benefits it provides

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Soy and cholesterol

There is some controversy about soy and cholesterol. Find out how soy may lower cholesterol levels and how much you need.

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Foods good for lowering cholesterol

What are the foods good for lowering cholesterol? Do certain foods raise cholesterol? Find out about eggs, avocado, cinnamon, omega 3s and more

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Fiber and cholesterol

The link between fiber and cholesterol is clear. While some types of fiber lower cholesterol, other types don't.

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Plant sterols

Plant sterols can lower cholesterol by up to 15%. It is importnant to know where they are found and how much to use.

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Sample diets for lowering cholesterol

All sample diets for lowering cholesterol should be low in saturated and trans fat, rich in soluble fibre and encourage heart healthy fats.

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Foods to lower cholesterol

Top ten foods to lower cholesterol listed here. Includes psyllium, sterols, fish, soluble fibre and more.

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Cholesterol-coach site map

Site map of cholesterol-coach.com

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Polyunsaturated fats

Polyunsaturated fats (PUFA) lower both total and LDL cholesterol when used instead of saturated fats. In fact, they can lower LDL cholesterol more than monounsaturated fats.

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