HDL cholesterol foods should be added to all of our diets. Even if the rest of your cholesterol numbers are fine, the HDL cholesterol works to rid your body of LDL (bad) cholesterol. There is a Top 10 Listof foods here that will help increase your levels.

In general to help increase your levels of hdl you need to increase your intake of the right kinds of fats. If you cook with oil, switch to Olive Oil. Add some soluble fiber to your diet, apples are an excellent source of soluble fiber. Instead of eating chips and popcorn, have a handful of nuts everyday. A handful of walnuts everyday is a great way to increase your hdl. Almonds and other nuts have a similar effect. Don’t eat too many though, since nuts are high in Calories.

There are also supplements that will help increase your hdl, Omega-3 fish oil capsules are a great way to add fish oil to your diet with having to eat the fish. Garlic is a great option as well, since it will help your cholesterol and your blood pressure. Garlic is a great anti-oxidant and makes your blood vessels more elastic.

Last but not least is to exercise 3 days a week. 30 minutes a day, 3 times a week can do wonders for your whole body. You will lose weight, lower your cholesterol, lower your blood sugar and lower your blood pressure. I can’t even think of a supplement that will do that. Good old exercise is the best method to help your overall body health and your well being. Start with walking 30 minutes every other day. Once you have done that for a month or so, try 1/2 hour on a exercise bike. Pull it out of the closet, dust it off and ride. Put the music on, forget the kids for 1/2 hour and lower your stress levels at the same time.

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