When my neighbor, 62-year-old Nikolai Petrovich, was found to have high cholesterol during a routine check-up, he was surprised:
“But I hardly eat fatty foods, I rarely buy sausages!”
The doctor just shrugged. The truth is that cholesterol is a “hidden enemy.” It accumulates slowly and unnoticed, even when a person does not abuse meat or bacon.
Our blood vessels are invisible, but with age they lose their elasticity and become more vulnerable. “Bad” cholesterol gradually deposits on their walls, forming plaques that narrow the passage and interfere with normal blood flow. This is where the risks of hypertension, stroke and heart attack come from.
Fortunately, there is a simple and affordable “protection” — common vegetables that we can find in any store.
Do your dishes need a “cleansing”?
Answer the following questions:
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Do you have high cholesterol?
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Do you notice fluctuations in blood pressure, tinnitus, or headaches?
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Are you out of breath even with light physical activity?
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Do fried foods and pasta predominate on your menu more than fresh vegetables?
If you answered “yes” at least twice, it’s time to think.
5 vegetables that help keep dishes clean
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