10 Benefits Of Eating Kelp
Kelp Benefit #9: May Reduce Risk of Heart Disease
One of the leading causes of death is heart disease. One of the contributing factors to heart disease is high blood cholesterol levels. High blood cholesterol levels can cause a build-up of plaque causing the hardening of arterial walls. This can lead to high blood pressure, heart attack, or even a stroke.
In one study, researchers found that seaweed had an impact on decreasing blood cholesterol levels. In this study, rats were given a high fat diet. Alongside this high fat diet, they were supplemented with seaweed. This occurred for 8 weeks. At the end of the trial, the rats had significantly lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels, both of which have been connected to heart health.
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