The Scariest Cholesterol – Oxycholesterol
Just when we think we know it all science discovers something else. This proves just how complex the human body truly is. Scientists have discovered a new form of cholesterol called Oxycholesterol. Scientists in China found that the reason Oxycholesterol is such a concern is that it boosts cholesterol levels, promotes the hardening of the arteries and damages DNA
That’s the bad news, the good news is you can do something about it.
Oxycholesterol exists in processed and fast foods. It occurs during the interaction of oxygen and fats, this is known as oxidation. Food manufactures use Oxycholesterol in the forms of trans-fatty acids and partially-hydrogenated vegetable oils.
Avoiding these foods is the first step however, there’s more you can do. Eating a diet high in antioxidants can prevent and even reverse the effects. Antioxidants are found in fruits & vegetables, nuts, seeds and herbs.
Just as scientists continue to discover effects of poor diet on our body, the effects of a healthy diet are also continuously being proven. There are regular discoveries of the benefits of fruits and vegetables and the power of the phytonutrients and antioxidants they contain.
Stay strong from the inside out!
To read further about oxycholesterol go to: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/08/090820123923.htm
