In modern society, with improved living standards, many people have developed a habit of eating large amounts of meat and oily foods, often consciously or unconsciously, especially during holidays. However, besides being unhealthy, oily foods also put a heavy burden on the digestive system. The seven-day National Day holiday is over; are you tired of all that oily food? Here are five food recommendations to help you combat the greasiness.
1. Corn
Corn is rich in calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, selenium, and vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, E, and carotene. In particular, it contains more than 60% linoleic acid, which works synergistically with vitamin E in corn germ to lower blood cholesterol levels and prevent it from depositing on blood vessel walls.
Recommended way to eat: Boiled corn
2. Oats
The beta-glucan in oats can slow the increase in blood glucose levels, preventing and controlling obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. The abundant dietary fiber in oats also helps cleanse the intestines.
Recommended way to eat: Oatmeal cooked in milk
3. Yam
Yam is known as "food of the immortals" because its mucoprotein can prevent fat deposition in the cardiovascular system, maintain blood vessel elasticity, prevent arteriosclerosis, and promote digestion.
Recommended way to eat: Cold yam salad
4. Hawthorn
Hawthorn can strengthen the spleen and stomach and promote digestion. The pectin it contains is a soluble dietary fiber that can lower cholesterol and prevent atherosclerosis.
Recommended way to eat: Wash and eat raw.
5. Kelp
Kelp contains phytochemicals such as plant polysaccharides, which have various physiological functions, including antioxidation, immune regulation, tumor inhibition, anti-infection, cholesterol reduction, and anti-aging. Its abundant fiber can effectively remove waste and toxins from the intestines, significantly lowering serum cholesterol.
