ZOE Science & Nutrition

Foods to lower your cholesterol

Jan 12, 2023

In this engaging discussion, Sarah Berry, a nutritional science expert, shares her insights on managing cholesterol through diet. She reveals that many are unaware of their cholesterol levels and why shifting dietary habits is crucial for heart health. The conversation contrasts the portfolio and Mediterranean diets, emphasizing the power of healthy fats. Additionally, Sarah highlights the impact of personal genetics and gut health on cholesterol responses, urging the importance of tailored nutrition strategies for optimal results.

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The Truth About Cholesterol and Heart Disease

01:31

Intro

2min

Understanding Cholesterol: Good vs. Bad

2min

Cholesterol Management Through Diet

11min

Unlocking Individual Responses to High-Fat Meals

2min

Understanding Cholesterol and Dietary Impacts on Health

3min

More than half of us have high cholesterol — and new research suggests that having even slightly raised levels in our 30s could significantly increase our chances of developing heart disease.

Medication is a common fix, but it comes with side effects. So, today we’re looking at how much changing our diets can help.

In this short (ish) episode of ZOE Science & Nutrition, Jonathan and Sarah ask: Can we lower our cholesterol by changing our diets?

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Studies referenced in the episode:

‘Association between Carbohydrate Intake and Serum Lipids’ from the Journal of the American Nutrition Association here
‘The Mediterranean Diet And Cardioprotection: Historical Overview And Current Research from the Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare here
‘Direct comparison of dietary portfolio vs statin on C-reactive protein’ from the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition here

This podcast was produced by Fascinate Productions.

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