11/11/2025
Cholesterol often shifts in midlife and it can feel worrying, but you have more influence than you think.
Three foundations can make a real difference:
🥦Fibre rich foods help your body clear excess cholesterol by binding some of it in the gut. Think oats, beans, lentils, vegetables and fruit. Aim to build this into each meal rather than saving it for one big hit.
🧈lower your saturated fat intake, but don’t fear fats, a little heart healthy fat is a positive.
🚶♀️➡️Also don’t forget movement! Regular brisk walking has been shown to improve LDL clearance. Daily walks of 20 to 30 minutes make a difference. Also, strength training. Strength training increases muscle mass and bone density, which supports metabolic health. This improved metabolic function helps the body handle fats more efficiently. Bottom line – getting more regular movement in can support you in many ways including improving cholesterol.
Finally, plant sterols are natural compounds found in small amounts in seeds, nuts and legumes. They compete with cholesterol during digestion, but the levels in everyday foods are low. A varied, plant-forward diet naturally supports healthier cholesterol through fibre, antioxidants and better fat quality.
Don’t forget, if you want the structure done for you the nourished metabolism meal plan works beautifully for winter.
💾Save the post for later and try one or two changes this week.
