Soluble fiber dissolves in water and changes to a gel consistency in the intestines.
This article explains how soluble fiber can lower cholesterol and the types of soluble fiber found in food sources.
It lists a number of foods it’s possible for you to choose to help reduce your cholesterol levels.
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Consuming soluble fiber mainly affects your LDLcholesterol.
Soluble fiber and insoluble fiber are the two main types of dietary fiber.
Types of soluble fiber seen in fruits include pectin and certain hemicelluloses.
The amount of soluble fiber found in veggies ranges widely.
Mushrooms can also serve as a source of soluble fiber and are higher in beta-glucan.
One cup of uncooked mushrooms may contain about 0.1 g of soluble fiber.
However, this can vary according to the key in of mushroom.
Whole Grains
Somewhole grainsare chock-full of soluble fiberincluding types such as beta-glucan and psyllium.
Whole grains contain varying amounts of soluble fiber per serving.
Legumes
Legumes are another surprising source of soluble fiber.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes.
Fiber supplements might help with cholesterol but it depends on which ones.
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