Carbohydrate-Guide

One of the first things your doctor is going to do when your cholesterol levels are on the high side is prescribe statins. I’m always amazed that they use this as the first line of defense. We’ve known for years there are foods that have a swift and effective impact on cholesterol levels. However, rarely do physicians hand you a sheet of paper showing you what specific foods that could help lower those cholesterol numbers.

Well here’s your list…

Fightcholesterol.org has created a great list of foods and brief explanations of how the food impacts cholesterol. Source of information www.fightcholesterol.org

1. Shitake Mushrooms
2. Walnuts
3. Uncooked Soy
4. Blueberries
5. Salmon
6. Garlic
7. Avocado
8. Black Beans
9. Apples
10. Dark Green, Leafy Vegetables