You might be aware of the fact that there are two types of cholesterol in your body. If not, no worries, I’ll be covering all the information and tips about how you could increase the HDL level in your body for good heart health. Keep reading to know more…
Are you concerned about your heart health? Yeah, you must be. I know it is difficult to stay cholesterol-free in this world full of cholesterol-rich foods which are easily available. But trust me, you will be able to find food products and include them in your diet that will eventually help to increase the HDL level in your body.
What is HDL you ask? Good question! HDL or High- Density Lipoprotein is a type of cholesterol often referred to as good cholesterol found in our bodies that is good for our health. It is a type of cholesterol in your body that could decrease the chances of you getting a heart attack adversely. HDL is a type of Cholesterol in your body that picks up bad cholesterol accumulated in your blood vessels and carries it to the liver where it is broken down and eventually eliminated from the body. Whereas, on the other hand, LDL or Low- Density Lipoprotein is a waxy/greasy substance found in your body that is capable of sticking to the walls of your arteries, eventually narrowing and blocking it down. The high levels of LDL are the number one reason for heart attack and stroke. This is where HDL comes in action and help your body eliminate all LDL stuck in your blood vessels. So, how you could decrease LDL naturally, without any complex, life-threatening surgeries? It is simple, you just need to increase your body’s HDL level and it will cut off all “bad cholesterol” from your body.
Furthermore, the overall cholesterol content in your body is calculated in milligram per deciliter (mg/dL) of your blood. Moreover, 60 mg/dL is regarded as the ideal HDL level of your body though, it could vary anywhere between 40 to 60 mg/dL. Furthermore, the HDL level in your body is considered low if it is below 40 mg/dL. But, if it is 60 mg/dL it is amazing, and you must keep doing what you are doing to maintain that. On the other hand, it is optimal that you have an HDL level of more than 60 mg/dL in your body.
Some secrets about how you could increase HDL levels in your body are as follows;
- Consume olive oil
- Intake Omega-3
- Include more legumes in your diet
- Eat more whole grains
- Eat high fibre fruits
- Consuming fatty fish could help raise HDL level
- Include flax seeds, chia seeds, nuts, avocado, soy, red wine and other heart-healthy foods in your daily diet.
