Wednesday, June 03, 2009 - 2 Comments
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How can I avoid foods high in cholesterol? - Linda
Linda, thanks for writing in with your question about cholesterol.
Many of us want to lose weight because of some health-related issue: cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. In many cases, losing some of that extra weight on our frames can improve health and make a difference. I bet each of us knows someone who has had health-related concerns and then lost some weight, seen improved lab values or decreased medication use.
If your physician has recommended limiting high-cholesterol foods, there are certain foods you will want to avoid. We need to pay attention to the cholesterol we get from our diet (dietary cholesterol) but also limit the intake of foods high in saturated fat. There is a strong correlation between consuming foods high in saturated fat and the effect on blood cholesterol levels (they may raise low density cholesterol levels aka bad cholesterol).
So what can you do to lower your intake of cholesterol and saturated fat? I love the saying, "Limit anything that walks, swims or flies." It sounds silly, but just like our body produces cholesterol internally, so do animals. If we consume foods of animal origin such as eggs, meat, poultry, fish and dairy, we consume cholesterol. And if you think a little further, those foods often contain higher amounts of saturated fat.
Limit items such as butter, bacon, egg yolks, high fat meats, whole dairy products; choose items that are lower in cholesterol and saturated fat like lean cuts including skinless poultry, beef, pork and fish, egg whites, tofu, and low-fat dairy. Also increase the fiber in your diet with whole grains, whole fruits and vegetables, which are all good sources of cholesterol-reducing fiber.
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How can I avoid foods high in cholesterol? - LindaLinda, thanks for writing in with your question about cholesterol.
Many of us want to lose weight because of some health-related issue: cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. In many cases, losing some of that extra weight on our frames can improve health and make a difference. I bet each of us knows someone who has had health-related concerns and then lost some weight, seen improved lab values or decreased medication use.
If your physician has recommended limiting high-cholesterol foods, there are certain foods you will want to avoid. We need to pay attention to the cholesterol we get from our diet (dietary cholesterol) but also limit the intake of foods high in saturated fat. There is a strong correlation between consuming foods high in saturated fat and the effect on blood cholesterol levels (they may raise low density cholesterol levels aka bad cholesterol).
So what can you do to lower your intake of cholesterol and saturated fat? I love the saying, "Limit anything that walks, swims or flies." It sounds silly, but just like our body produces cholesterol internally, so do animals. If we consume foods of animal origin such as eggs, meat, poultry, fish and dairy, we consume cholesterol. And if you think a little further, those foods often contain higher amounts of saturated fat.
Limit items such as butter, bacon, egg yolks, high fat meats, whole dairy products; choose items that are lower in cholesterol and saturated fat like lean cuts including skinless poultry, beef, pork and fish, egg whites, tofu, and low-fat dairy. Also increase the fiber in your diet with whole grains, whole fruits and vegetables, which are all good sources of cholesterol-reducing fiber.
Have a diet question for Pam? Email askpam@ediets.com and check back to see if your question is picked! And if you missed a previous column, click here to see the archive.
eDiets can help you guide you in making healthy changes and reach your goals. Check out our community. Plus, we have an awesome Nutrition Support Team that can assess your needs and recommend a plan that is right for you.
Looking for a way to make weight loss easier? With personalized meal plans and fitness routines, eDiets can help! Join now and save 25%!
Labels: ask pam, cholesterol, dieting, healthy foods, nutrition, nutrition help
Comment: Friday, June 05, 2009 11:37:00 AM - 
said...
Pam,
Does this mean that idealy the best thing for someone to do that has high cholesterol is to be come a vegetarian?
Comment: Saturday, June 06, 2009 10:14:00 AM - 
Margo said...
Makes sense doesn't it? The only foods that contain cholesterol come from animals.I went veggie (not vegan) and my cholesterol numbers dropped like a stone.
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