Do you enjoy lentils, peas, or chickpeas? Adding a single serving of these legumes to your daily diet can significantly lower LDL cholesterol levels.
Legumes for Lower Cholesterol Known as 'bad' cholesterol, LDL contributes to heart disease risk. Research shows that a 180-gram daily serving of legumes reduces LDL by 5%. Experts believe this drop also lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Prescribe Legumes While legumes have long been suggested for cholesterol management, evidence was lacking—until now. Scientists confirm there's solid data to recommend them for high cholesterol patients.
