3 Best Snacks to Eat if You Have High Cholesterol

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The misconception that many high cholesterol patients believe is that you shouldn't eat snacks at all! But the truth is, it's perfectly fine to eat snacks, as long as what you consume helps to lower your cholesterol levels. Some cholesterol patients eliminate snacks from their diet, even if they are hungry as they are afraid that their cholesterol level would increase after eating snacks. However, it's important to eat at regular intervals as it helps to normalize your blood sugar levels and keep your metabolism active throughout the day. Here are some healthy snacks that you can indulge in that are also good for your heart health!

Popcorn

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Who would've thought that this delicious snack would be on this list? According to the American Heart Association, popcorn is considered as whole grains which means that it is rich in fiber and effective in lowering your cholesterol levels. Also, popcorn is a low-calorie snack and have more fiber as compared to whole-wheat bread or brown rice. But it is important to note that you should only eat this in moderation and prepare it with no butter or salt. Instead, you can use olive oil and parmesan cheese to its flavour!

Nuts

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According to research, nuts can help to lower your cholesterol levels which makes them a great option for a snack. Nuts like almonds and walnuts can help to lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the bad type of cholesterol, also help to prevent LDL from oxidizing. When adding these nuts to your diet, make sure to only consume a single serving size (less than 24 almonds or 14 walnut halves) as they are high in calories.

Homemade Potato Chips

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This may be shocking to most people as potato chips are considered off-limits, especially if you have high cholesterol. You should indeed avoid potato chips that are greasy and are covered in salt, but if you’re really craving for it why not try making it yourself? Potato is low in calories, rich in fiber, and is filled with potassium, a mineral that helps to control the blood pressure in the body. Instead of using the frying method, try baking them as it would be much healthier! You could season them with olive oil and herbs to give your potato chip some flavour.

In conclusion, even if you have high cholesterol, it doesn't mean that snacks are off-limits. It's important to eat at regular intervals as it helps to normalize your blood sugar levels and keep your metabolism active. What you choose to eat will have an impact on your overall health, so it's necessary to keep what you eat in check! If you feel hungry and need a snack to munch on, try some of the snacks listed in this article.

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