5 čajeva koji prirodno mogu sniziti holesterol i podržati zdravlje srca
Ispijanje čaja, kao deo zdrave i uravnotežene ishrane, može imati povoljan efekat na zdravlje srca. Neke vrste čaja, poput zelenog, crnog i čaja od đumbira, sadrže supstance koje mogu doprineti snižavanju LDL, odnosno „lošeg“ holesterola, navodi Health.com.
TL;DR
- Green tea, rich in catechins, may help lower LDL cholesterol by up to 5%.
- Black tea's polyphenols can reduce LDL cholesterol, improve blood flow, and support healthy blood pressure.
- Ginger tea contains compounds that may lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides.
- Oolong tea's catechins and polyphenols can lower cholesterol by blocking fat digestion.
- Hibiscus tea may lower LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol due to its antioxidants.
- For maximum benefits, drink unsweetened tea, paired with a fiber-rich diet.
- Choose caffeine-free options like ginger or hibiscus tea in the evening.
- Consult a doctor before making dietary changes if you have heart conditions or are on cholesterol medication.