Cholesterol is a lipid so it has very low solubility in water and blood. It is commonly associated with cardiovascular disease and its routine measurement is used to measure it potential health risk.
High blood serum cholesterol levels are often correlated with excessive plaque deposits in the arteries, a condition known as atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries.
Strawberries have a compelling health story that features emerging evidence of their ability to lower the risk of various disease: high blood cholesterol associated vascular disease, including coronary artery disease; chronic inflammation.
Strawberries contain salicylates, the same compounds used to make aspirin.
Researches also believe these compounds may discourage the formation of unwanted blood clots.
At the University of Toronto, studies examining specific dietary effects related to lowering blood cholesterol that people adhere to prescribed diet more faithfully and have reduced cholesterol levels when strawberries are included in daily meals.
Omega fatty acids, the only fat group which have been claimed as having beneficial medicinal effects on metabolism. Strawberry is one of the richest omega 3 sources among the fruits.
Omega 3 fatty acids in strawberry dilate the blood vessels, decrease the cholesterol and bad cholesterol, protect from arteriosclerosis and hypertension.
Strawberries also contain vitamin P, also known as rutin. It is a valuable blood thinner and it increases the strength of blood vessel, plus promotes circulation. Fresh strawberries will promote reduced blood pressure.
Strawberries and blood cholesterol
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
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