Olive oil consumption increases HDL-cholesterol levels, while decreasing LDL-cholesterol levels, LDL susceptibility to oxidation and lipid peroxidation

Abstract Title: Olive oil in the treatment of hypercholesterolemia. Abstract Source: Med Health R I. 2006 Mar;89(3):113. PMID: 16596937 Abstract Author(s): Kathleen Cullinen Abstract: Olive oil consumption increases HDL-cholesterol levels, while decreasing LDL-cholesterol levels, LDL susceptibility to oxidation and lipid peroxidation. The reduction of cellular oxidative stress, thrombogenicity and the formation of atheroma plague can explain … Leggi tutto

Beta-glucans, fungal sterols, and other water-soluble compounds in mushrooms modulate genes involved in cholesterol homeostasis

n/a Article Publish Status: FREE Click here to read the complete article. [divider style=”6″] Abstract Title: Molecular actions of hypocholesterolaemic compounds from edible mushrooms. Abstract Source: Food Funct. 2018 Jan 24 ;9(1):53-69. PMID: 29177335 Abstract Author(s): Alicia Gil-Ramírez, Diego Morales, Cristina Soler-Rivas Article Affiliation: Alicia Gil-Ramírez Abstract: Cholesterol levels are strictly regulated to maintain its homeostasis; … Leggi tutto

This study provides the first evidence that lycopene inhibits cholesterol absorption in the intestinal cells

Abstract Title: Lycopene reduces cholesterol absorption through the downregulation of Niemann-Pick C1-like 1 in Caco-2 cells. Abstract Source: Mol Nutr Food Res. 2015 Aug 12. Epub 2015 Aug 12. PMID: 26264562 Abstract Author(s): Jun Zou, Dan Feng Article Affiliation: Jun Zou Abstract: SCOPE: Elevated blood cholesterol is an important risk factor associated with atherosclerosis and coronary heart … Leggi tutto

β-glucans reduce LDL cholesterol in patients with myasthenia gravis

n/a Abstract Title: β-glucans reduce LDL cholesterol in patients with myasthenia gravis. Abstract Source: Eur J Clin Nutr. 2013 Feb ;67(2):226-7. Epub 2012 Nov 28. PMID: 23187951 Abstract Author(s): L Haggård, M Andersson, A R Punga Article Affiliation: L Haggård Abstract: We aimed at evaluating whetherβ-glucans could improve low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels and/or glycemic control … Leggi tutto

Yogurt containing two probiotic bacteria strains, L. acidophilus and B. lactis, had a cholesterol-lowering effect in hypercholesterolemic subjects

Abstract Title: Cholesterol-lowering effect of probiotic yogurt in comparison with ordinary yogurt in mildly to moderately hypercholesterolemic subjects. Abstract Source: Ann Nutr Metab. 2009;54(1):22-7. Epub 2009 Feb 20. PMID: 19229114 Abstract Author(s): Asal Ataie-Jafari, Bagher Larijani, Hamid Alavi Majd, Farideh Tahbaz Article Affiliation: Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Teheran, Iran. Abstract: … Leggi tutto

Yoga based lifestyle modifications reduce cholesterol, help in regression of coronary lesions and mprove myocardial perfusion

Abstract Title: Beneficial effects of yoga lifestyle on reversibility of ischaemic heart disease: caring heart project of International Board of Yoga. Abstract Source: J Assoc Physicians India. 2004 Apr;52:283-9. PMID: 15636328 Abstract Author(s): J Yogendra, Hansaji J Yogendra, S Ambardekar, R D Lele, S Shetty, M Dave, Naaznin Husein Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Yoga based lifestyle modifications have … Leggi tutto

Whole and fractionated yellow pea flours reduce fasting insulin and insulin resistance in hypercholesterolaemic and overweight human subjects

Abstract Title: Whole and fractionated yellow pea flours reduce fasting insulin and insulin resistance in hypercholesterolaemic and overweight human subjects. Abstract Source: Br J Nutr. 2010 Sep 1:1-8. Epub 2010 Sep 1. PMID: 20807459 Abstract Author(s): Christopher P F Marinangeli, Peter J H Jones Article Affiliation: The Richardson Centre for Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals, University of … Leggi tutto

Walnuts as part of a habitual diet favorably altered the plasma lipid profile

Abstract Title: Long-term walnut supplementation without dietary advice induces favorable serum lipid changes in free-living individuals. Abstract Source: Eur J Clin Nutr. 2010 Mar ;64(3):274-9. Epub 2010 Jan 20. PMID: 20087377 Abstract Author(s): S Torabian, E Haddad, Z Cordero-MacIntyre, J Tanzman, M L Fernandez, J Sabate Article Affiliation: Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Loma … Leggi tutto

Walnuts and flax may have cardioprotective properties in subjects with elevated cholesterol

Abstract Title: Effects of diets high in walnuts and flax oil on hemodynamic responses to stress and vascular endothelial function. Abstract Source: J Am Coll Nutr. 2010 Dec ;29(6):595-603. PMID: 21677123 Abstract Author(s): Sheila G West, Andrea Likos Krick, Laura Cousino Klein, Guixiang Zhao, Todd F Wojtowicz, Matthew McGuiness, Deborah M Bagshaw, Paul Wagner, Rachel M … Leggi tutto

Virgin olive oil phenolic compounds modulate the HDL lipidome in hypercholesterolaemic subjects

n/a Abstract Title: Virgin Olive Oil Phenolic Compounds Modulate the HDL Lipidome in Hypercholesterolaemic Subjects: A Lipidomic Analysis of the VOHF Study. Abstract Source: Mol Nutr Food Res. 2021 Feb 9:e2001192. Epub 2021 Feb 9. PMID: 33561904 Abstract Author(s): Sara Fernández-Castillejo, Anna Pedret, Úrsula Catalán, Rosa-Maria Valls, Marta Farràs, Laura Rubió, Olga Castañer, Alba Macià, Montse … Leggi tutto