5 Heart-Healthy Foods That Lower LDL Cholesterol (No Dieting Required)

Описание: If your cholesterol numbers are creeping up and you’re thinking, “But I’m eating healthy…” welcome to midlife. 🙋‍♀️

In this episode, I’m breaking down five heart-healthy foods that can help lower LDL cholesterol (the “bad” cholesterol) without dieting—just smart, consistent upgrades you can actually stick with.

Because here’s the frustrating truth: menopause can shift your lipid panel as estrogen drops, and even women who’ve always had “perfect” labs can suddenly see LDL climb. The good news? LDL is very responsive to lifestyle, and food can make a real difference.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why LDL can rise in menopause (even if nothing “changed”)
The 5 foods that support healthier cholesterol levels:
Oats (hello, soluble fiber “scrub brush”)
Beans + lentils (fiber + protein = heart helper magic)
Walnuts + almonds (healthy fats that improve your lipid profile)
Ground flax + chia (the easiest sprinkle-on upgrade)
Soy foods (a smarter protein swap for lowering saturated fat)
A simple 7-day plan: pick two foods and focus on consistency

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Tell me in the comments: Which TWO foods are you choosing this week?

Chapters / Timestamps (based on your flow)
0:00 – Why “healthy eaters” can still see LDL rise in midlife
2:24 – Food #1: Oats (soluble fiber support)
4:05 – Food #2: Beans & lentils (+ bloat tips)
5:33 – Food #3: Walnuts & almonds (healthy fat shift)
6:25 – Food #4: Flax & chia (easy daily sprinkle)
6:55 – Food #5: Soy + the saturated fat math
10:10 – Your LDL wake-up call + hidden saturated fat in desserts
12:05 – Simple 7-day plan (pick 2 foods) + next steps

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About Kristine:
I help midlife women get their energy back, feel less stressed, and create simple habits that help their bodies feel better again—without dieting or overwhelm. If you're ready to feel better in your body—with more energy and less stress—you can book a free Midlife Wellness Session with me here — https://healthyhermidlife.com/coaching.

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