While high levels can put a strain on your ticker, keeping your triglycerides in a healthy range (below 150 mg/dL) curbs risk of heart disease by up to 50%. And it’s easier than you may think!
Bite into brownies
Happy news: Indulging in gooey, fudgy brownies on a crisp winter day can keep your triglycerides low. The trick is simply replacing the butter or oil in your favorite recipe with pureed black beans. (The swap won’t hamper the texture or taste!) According to a USDA study, eating 1⁄2 cup of black beans each day can reduce triglycerides by up to 37%. Bean proteins called alpha-amylase inhibitors curb triglyceride production.
This story is from the January 16, 2023 edition of Woman's World.
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