High cholesterol increases risk of heart attack! 5 best foods to lower it

Vitamin C, minerals and amino acids are found in abundance in it. According to a research published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacology, Amla helps in reducing cholesterol levels.

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Foods like burger and pizza have become a part of people's lifestyle. Actually, everyone should avoid eating such foods. However, they can be consumed occasionally when there is a strong craving, but problems arise when people develop a habit of eating such foods. Consuming excessive junk foods can make you a patient of many possible diseases. Bad cholesterol level is also one of these. Let us tell you that the chances of having a heart attack increases in people with increased cholesterol levels.

It is most important that you keep getting your cholesterol level checked at regular intervals. If you notice even a slight increase in it, do not panic at all. Increased cholesterol level can be reduced. For this, it is important that you make important changes in your lifestyle and diet. Here are 5 such foods which can help you in reducing bad cholesterol level.

Amla: Vitamin C, minerals and amino acids are found in abundance in it. According to a research published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacology, Amla helps in reducing cholesterol levels. Besides, the antioxidants found in it protect you from coronary artery i.e. heart related diseases.

Green tea: A compound called polyphenol is found in it. Polyphenols are known to reduce bad cholesterol from the body. Besides, it also helps in increasing good cholesterol in your body.

Lemon: This fruit is considered to be the biggest source of Vitamin C. The antioxidants found in it work to remove toxins from your body. According to a study published in the book titled Healing Foods, a compound called hesperidin is found in it. It works to reduce hypertension, thereby reducing the risk of heart related diseases.

Spinach: Many types of essential nutrients are found in this green vegetable. According to experts, minerals called carotenoids are found in spinach, which works to reduce bad cholesterol levels in the body.

Walnut: According to a study by 'University of California', consumption of walnuts is helpful in reducing weight. Due to reduction in obesity, the possibility of increasing cholesterol level reduces. In such a situation, the risk of heart related diseases also reduces.