5. Consume Sources of Soluble Fiber
The body does not digest soluble plant fiber. Instead, it provides a form of probiotic food for the gut biome. Your GI tract is home to trillions of live bacteria, known as biomes, that are responsible for assimilating the nutrients from your diet. These biomes are sensitive to any changes in nutrition, feeding gut biomes probiotic fiber enhances their assimilation ability.
A healthy gut is instrumental in ensuring healthy cholesterol levels. A 12-week study of 30 adults eating soluble fiber supplest daily, showed an 18% decrease in levels of LDL, as well as improved levels of HDL, with lower total triglyceride levels.
Psyllium husk is a supplemental form of prebiotic soluble fiber available at your local health store. Studies of 33 adults eating a psyllium-enriched diet reduced LDL cholesterol levels by 10%. Natural sources of fiber that belong in your diet include lentils, peas, legumes, fruit, nuts, sprouts, and whole grains. Add these sources of fiber to your diet and watch your cholesterol profile improve.