10 foods that will help you keep your cholesterol levels under control.
With a lot of people getting prone to heart disease, it is important that we take steps to keep our cholesterol levels under control. Here are ten foods that will help you keep your cholesterol levels under control. Figs: Figs are a very good source of antioxidants and vitamins A, E and K. “These also help lower blood sugar levels among diabetics,” says Maithili Pashtekar, a Mumbai-based nutritionist. It also helps control your heart rate and blood pressure she informs. Avocados: ( Makhanphal ) Avocados contain both mono saturated and poly-unsaturated fat and potassium, all of which help in promoting optimum heart health. It also contains vitamin E, B and folic acid. Prunes : (Aloo Bhakara) Prunes, a healthy source of fiber and phytochemicals, help to protect your heart. They are a healthy source of carbohydrates too. Potassium in prunes also helps in keeping blood pressure under control. Peanuts : Peanuts a...