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Dear Friends of Simply Nourished, I am so happy you’re here! The launch of my private nutrition practice last month along with my collection of soups at Mill & Main Provisions, has been such an exciting and deeply gratifying experience. During this season of hope, love, and family, I want to sincerely thank you for supporting my small business. I wish you and your loved ones the happiest of holidays, a very Merry Christmas, and a joyful New Year. Of course, I wouldn’t be doing my job if I didn’t include a little nutrition education! Below is some great information on how to keep your cholesterol “in check” while still enjoying the holiday season. From a nutrition perspective, the two most impactful, evidence-based strategies for managing cholesterol are: Including soluble fiber in your diet, which helps regulate LDL (“bad”) cholesterol as well as blood sugar. Great sources include oatmeal, apples, beans and legumes. Limiting saturated fat, which has a greater effect on cholesterol levels than dietary cholesterol alone (the cholesterol found in food). This means moderating foods like fatty red meats, butter, and—surprisingly to many—cheese. For example, just one slice of cheddar cheese contains about 25% of the recommended daily limit for saturated fat.
(For more information, please see: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/education/TLC-Therapeutic-Lifestyle-Changes-Lower-Cholesterol ) With love, holiday cheer, and wishes for good health, Maya Lew, MS, CNC Nutritionist http://www.simplynourishedllc.com simplynourishedonline@gmail.com (703) 568-4584
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