The benefits of fasting for cholesterol

There are four important things for eliminating cholesterol during the fast:

• The first is fiber, which is effective at limiting the absorption of cholesterol.
• The second is good unsaturated fats, which lower cholesterol levels and thin the blood.
• The third is antioxidants, which protect the artery walls.
• And the fourth is plant proteins, which prevent the absorption of cholesterol.

Here is a program for the faster suffering from high cholesterol:

In the morning at suhoor it would be good to drink green tea, and plenty of water.

Sodas should be avoided since they promote weight gain, and replaced with fruits such as pineapple, fig, or banana. Foods low in calories should be carefully chosen.

Also for fighting cholesterol, prunes and apples are excellent.

It is also advisable to eat oatmeal soups, especially at suhoor, as well as whole grain bread.

When breaking the fast at iftar, don't forget the date and water, and an oatmeal soup or oat bran can be added.

It would also be preferable to replace cow's milk with soy milk; indeed all soy-based products are beneficial for fighting cholesterol.

Garlic, onion, carrot, and beet are also recommended.

Plants can be allies, particularly artichoke leaf, which can be taken as an herbal tea or in ampoule form, in the middle of the night or even in the morning at suhoor. It can be combined with turmeric, dandelion, or black radish in the form of juice or ampoule.

As for dietary supplements, red yeast rice is excellent due to its monacolin K content, which is effective for fighting cholesterol.

Finally, don't forget plain yogurt for the probiotics, together with a small spoonful of flaxseed.