Healthy Grains for Your Lipid-Lowering Diet

Healthy Grains for Your Lipid-Lowering Diet By Jennifer Moll, PharmD Not all grains are created equally. Although some breads and pastas are not healthy for you, there are some grains that contain many heart-healthy nutrients -  in fact, they may help you to keep your lipid levels within a healthy range Which Grains Should I Eat On a Low Cholesterol Diet?  You've heard of both, but consuming one of these types of grains can actually be healthier for your heart. This article will tell you what these different types of grains are, how to identify them, and how they affect your health. READ NOW Can a Morning Bowl of Oatmeal Help Lower Your Cholesterol?  Oatmeal is made of ground oats that can be made into a variety of delicious foods. Some studies have also shown that oatmeal can help improve certain aspects of your cholesterol profile. Find out how oatmeal affects your cholesterol, and how much you need to consume for your heart health. READ NOW Using Amaranth to Lower Your Lipids  Although not as well-known as other grains, amaranth has been used in many types of cuisines for centuries. This whole grain can also help keep your heart healthy, according to some studies.  READ NOW Can Adding Barley to Your Diet Help Lower Your Cholesterol?  Barley is a whole grain that has been shown to have many healthy benefits -- including lowering cholesterol levels. Find out how much you need to consume to see the lipid-lowering benefits of barley READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Do You Have What It Takes to Pass Psychology 101? Quiz: What's Your Yoga Personality? Quiz: Are You At Risk For Burnout? Ultrasound Photos from the Early Weeks of Pregnancy Understanding Insomnia Quiz: Does Your Thinking Style Make You An Optimist? Understanding Type 2 Diabetes Are You More of an Extrovert or an Introvert? AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Cholesterol newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.