You can and should continue to select lean meats and low or fat free dairy products for the other nutrients found in these foods. A recent study, supported by the Almond Board, demonstrated that research subjects who consumed three ounces of almonds a day had significantly lower blood cholesterol then the research subjects who were not given almonds. This study was done in a controlled setting and the researchers provided all other foods eaten during the study period. Similar data have been reported for walnut consumption. People who have both elevated blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels will have a more difficult time lowering their levels by changing their diet.
Weight loss is probably the most powerful dietary tool.
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