Low-Cholesterol Cookbook For Dummies

In the UK, 7 out of 10 people over the age of 45 have high
cholesterol levels (Bupa 2007). Although there are no
clear symptoms, high cholesterol levels have been associated with
heart disease and stroke - two of Britain's biggest
killers. There are several factors that can cause high
cholesterol; an unhealthy diet, being overweight and a lack of
exercise are three of the main contenders. As a result, some
of the best ways to control and reduce cholesterol levels are
losing weight, eating a heart-healthy diet and taking regular
exercise.

Although eating healthily may sound simple, it's often
difficult to know which foods to avoid when trying to lower
cholesterol.

Fully adapted for the UK market, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook For
Dummies reveals which food you should eat and helps readers
make small changes to their diet to achieve big results.

Low-Cholesterol Cookbook For Dummies includes:

• The latest dietary and medical information on cholesterol and
  how to control it

• Over 90 delicious recipes as well as low fat cooking techniques
  and ways to lower cholesterol on a daily basis

• Sensible advice on finding the right foods when shopping,
  planning menus, and adapting recipes to suit family and
  friends.

Auteur

Dr Sarah Brewer, GP is a freelance health writer and broadcaster who was named Health Journalist of the Year in 2002. She has appeared on various TV shows including BBC Breakfast, GMTV, and This Morning, and is the contributing Health Editor for Marie Claire. Sarah has an MSc in nutritional medicine. Dr Molly Siple, RD is a Registered Dietician and health writer.

Résumé
In the UK, 7 out of 10 people over the age of 45 have high cholesterol levels (Bupa 2007). Although there are no clear symptoms, high cholesterol levels have been associated with heart disease and stroke two of Britain's biggest killers. There are several factors that can cause high cholesterol; an unhealthy diet, being overweight and a lack of exercise are three of the main contenders. As a result, some of the best ways to control and reduce cholesterol levels are losing weight, eating a heart-healthy diet and taking regular exercise. Although eating healthily may sound simple, it's often difficult to know which foods to avoid when trying to lower cholesterol.
Fully adapted for the UK market, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook For Dummies reveals which food you should eat and helps readers make small changes to their diet to achieve big results.

Low-Cholesterol Cookbook For Dummies includes:

• The latest dietary and medical information on cholesterol and how to control it
• Over 90 delicious recipes as well as low fat cooking techniques and ways to lower cholesterol on a daily basis
• Sensible advice on finding the right foods when shopping, planning menus, and adapting recipes to suit family and friends.

Contenu

Introduction 1

Part I: Understanding Cholesterol Basics 9

Chapter 1: Conquering Cholesterol Is Easier Than You Think 11

Chapter 2: Favouring Cholesterol-Friendly Foods 27

Chapter 3: Separating Fat from Fiction 41

Chapter 4: Controlling Cholesterol When Eating Out 57

Chapter 5: Gearing Up for Healthy Cooking 67

Part II: Mastering the Beneficial Breakfast 77

Chapter 6: Enjoying a Wholesome Breakfast with Wholefoods 79

Chapter 7: Making A Healthy Cooked Breakfast 89

Chapter 8: Having Breakfast in a Jiffy 101

Part III: Making Your Day with Heart-Healthy Snacks and Starters 115

Chapter 9: Preparing Simple and Hearty Soups 117

Chapter 10: Savouring Super Salads for Everyday Meals 137

Chapter 11: Creating Mouth-Watering Starters for Special Occasions 155

Chapter 12: Hoarding Healthy Nibbles 167

Part IV: Cooking with Poultry, Fish, and Meat 175

Chapter 13: Flocking to Chicken and Turkey: New Ways with Old Favourites 177

Chapter 14: Serving Up Soulful Seafood 197

Chapter 15: Managing Meats in a Healthy Diet 217

Chapter 16: Sparking Flavours with Seasonings and Sauces 231

Part V: Cooking with Cholesterol-Controlling Vegetables, Beans, and Grains 245

Chapter 17: Welcoming Heart-Friendly Veg into Your Kitchen 247

Chapter 18: Cooking Vegetarian Main Courses 263

Chapter 19: Betting on Beans for Lower Cholesterol 271

Chapter 20: Going With the Grains 287

Part VI: Serving Up Sweet Finishes 307

Chapter 21: Dishing Up Fruit for Dessert 309

Chapter 22: Baking Up a Storm 323

Chapter 23: Cheating with Quick Fix Desserts 335

Part VII: The Part of Tens 343

Chapter 24: Ten Beverages That Say, 'Here's to Your Health!' 345

Chapter 25: Ten Ways to Trim Your Food Bill 353

Index 357