Mar 24, 2024, 06:57 PM IST

Foods to lower bad cholesterol levels in summer

Jaisal Kaur

Here are foods that you must include in your diet to reduce bad cholesterol levels. 

Oats: A source of soluble fibre is oats as it reduces LDL cholesterol levels.

Beans: Beans are an excellent source of soluble fibre, which reduces cholesterol.

Fatty fish and Omega-3 Fatty acids: Omega-3 fatty acids, which are abundant in fatty fish, help lower blood pressure and cholesterol. 

Okra (Bhindi): Okra contains a substance called pectin which is beneficial for lowering LDL. 

Bitter gourd (Karela): It is a rich source of antioxidants which is useful for lowering cholesterol. 

Watermelon (Tarbooj): Watermelon contains nutrients that reduce cholesterol levels. 

Cucumber (Kheera): It consists of phytosterols which reduce bad cholesterol levels.

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