JAKARTA - Good cholesterol during Eid may be experienced by some people. This is because eating Eid dishes such as rendang, chicken opor, ketupat, and others.
Although these foods are delicious, they contain saturated fat, coconut milk, salt, and high calories that can trigger cholesterol to rise, especially if consumed in large portions.
Therefore, it is important to balance it by also consuming foods that help lower and keep cholesterol stable. Fruits can help lower cholesterol, especially fruits rich in fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants below.
1. Berries
Quoted from WebMD, on Monday, March 23, 2026, groups of berries such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries, are one of the fruits that can help lower bad cholesterol or LDL levels.
Berries contain soluble fiber and antioxidants that can prevent the oxidation of LDL cholesterol. You can eat this fruit directly or combine it with yogurt and oatmeal.
2. Citrus fruit
Citrus fruits such as oranges and lemons can be a solution when cholesterol rises after Eid. These fruits contain high vitamin C and soluble fiber, which can lower cholesterol absorption well.
3. Avocado
Avocados have monounsaturated fat content, which can help increase good cholesterol levels while lowering bad cholesterol levels. This fruit also contains plant sterols and fiber that are good for overall body health.
4. Banana
Bananas are fruits that have fiber and potassium, which play a role in lowering cholesterol, as well as blood pressure naturally. This fruit also contains soluble fiber that is good for the immune system.
5. Apple
Another fruit that is good for helping prevent cholesterol from rising is apples. This is because apples contain polyphenols that reduce blood vessel inflammation and prevent the oxidation of bad cholesterol.
In addition, apples are also rich in pectin or soluble fiber. Pectin can form cells in the digestive tract, bind cholesterol and bile acids, then remove them from the body.
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