If you’re watching your cholesterol numbers, watch out for these foods.
We also bust several cholesterol myths to show you some foods don’t deserve the bad rap they get.
If you prefer the flavor of butter, use it as a finishing ingredient.
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Toss it with freshly steamed beans, or rub it on warm roll tops.
You’ll get the flavor satisfaction without consuming a great deal of the golden spread.
The pasta itself and the buttery breadcrumbs that top it off might also contribute to unhealthy cholesterol levels.
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Research has shown that refined carbohydrates, like white bread and white pasta, can increase LDL cholesterol.
Simply take one out of the freezer the night before you intend to eat it.
In the morning, zap it for 10 to 15 seconds in the microwave for a fresh-from-the-oven healthier alternative.
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Are high-cholesterol foods bad for you?
That means that some of these once-banned foods are now back on the table.
New research says it’s OK to eat the yolks, even if you’re watching your cholesterol.
Just be sure to choose broiled or baked seafood instead of fried, and skip the melted butter.
