We all know that cholesterol is the heart’s “silent” enemy, as over time it can clog arteries and increase the risk of heart attacks. However, it’s not the only one with such a significant impact on heart health.
Triglycerides , for example, are the most common type of fat in the human body. Found in butter, fatty meats, full-fat dairy products, and many other products, triglycerides increase the risk of coronary heart disease , which is why it’s important to keep them under control.
High triglycerides are n’t just a problem for those who are obese or overweight. Even a thin person who eats an unhealthy diet can have high triglycerides. Below, we list the best foods for lowering triglycerides .
- Vegetables : Broccoli, tomatoes, green peppers, lettuce, spinach, and Swiss chard are particularly recommended.
- Legumes and cereals : wheat, rice, quinoa, beans, broad beans, lentils, soybeans and chickpeas.
- White meat : fish, salmon, tuna, sardines, trout, or chicken (without fat or skin).
- Healthy fats : avocado, olive oil, walnuts, almonds, and nuts in general.
- Fruits : orange, mandarin, grapefruit and  lemon .
Avoid foods high in saturated fats such as butter, red meat, cured meats, carbonated drinks, full-fat cheeses, refined flours, fried foods, and foods high in sugar.
