Tasty Foods Proven to Naturally Fight High Cholesterol

Lisette Marie

43. Arugula (Rocket) — The Glucosinolate Detox Pathway

A delicious flat lay of a nutritious breakfast featuring eggs, avocado, and tomatoes. Photo Credit: Pexels @Ivan Samkov

Arugula, the peppery leafy green, provides a powerful, multi-faceted cholesterol benefit. It contains glucosinolates, sulfur-containing compounds that, once digested, help activate the liver's detoxification pathways. By supporting the liver's function to process and clear toxins, arugula reduces the metabolic stress that forces the liver to produce more cholesterol. Furthermore, arugula is rich in dietary nitrates, which are converted to Nitric Oxide, promoting blood flow and reducing arterial stiffness. Enjoying raw arugula maximizes the potency of these beneficial compounds.

44. Kudzu Root (Puerarin) — The Asian Cholesterol Blocker

Puerariae radix, Pueraria lobata. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @Tina1

Kudzu root, a traditional East Asian ingredient, offers a unique benefit through its primary compound, Puerarin. Research suggests Puerarin actively interferes with the production of VLDL (Very Low-Density Lipoprotein, the precursor to bad LDL) in the liver. Kudzu also contains various isoflavones which are known to improve vascular elasticity and reduce the oxidation of existing LDL. Use kudzu root starch (kuzu) as a thickener in soups or sauces. This addition introduces a powerful, lesser-known root-based intervention that addresses the liver's cholesterol output.

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43. Arugula (Rocket) — The Glucosinolate Detox Pathway

44. Kudzu Root (Puerarin) — The Asian Cholesterol Blocker

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