Lower Cholesterol with These 3 Foods

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  • Опубліковано 10 бер 2022
  • Lower your cholesterol naturally with these 3 foods. Join Zonya in the kitchen as she reveals what you should be adding into your diet to help lower your bad LDL cholesterol, without lowering your good HDL cholesterol. Get on the path to a consistently healthy lifestyle and reduce your cholesterol without medication but through healthy and delicious FOOD. If you like Lower Cholesterol With These 3 Foods, check out Zonya's future livestream schedule. zonya.com/store/
    In this episode you’ll learn:
    🥙 What foods you can add to your diet without missing those favorite meals
    ❤️ What simple foods are actually crucial for heart health and fighting disease
    🗓 What small everyday changes can make a BIG impact to your health
    Zonya also shares 3 AMAZING recipes you can use IMMEDIATELY…
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    This video is intended to be informational only. It is not a medical consultation, nor is it personalized medical advice. For medical advice, please consult your physician.

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  • @explorarehoy
    @explorarehoy 9 місяців тому +564

    Here are the 3 foods she mentions for those that do not have 1 hr yo spare:
    1.Beans
    2.Salmon
    3. Apples

    • @patriciapeever9560
      @patriciapeever9560 9 місяців тому +26

      Thank you.

    • @sharlar517
      @sharlar517 8 місяців тому +13

      Thanks!!!

    • @dronekuva5937
      @dronekuva5937 8 місяців тому +10

      Awesome, this was useful!

    • @osuave7811
      @osuave7811 8 місяців тому +12

      ​@@patriciapeever9560 Be awere. Some physicians not all physicians have special relationships with laboratory and farmasutical companies allegedly🤫. You are 💯 % correct by exercising the process of illumination. The rule to a higher success when managing cholesterol is by eliminating sugar and reducing carbohydrates out of the daily diet. The content of the video recipe is loaded with sugar and high carbs it's concerning 😟.

    • @aliskina
      @aliskina 8 місяців тому +3

      Thanks!!❤

  • @sharonchancey8938
    @sharonchancey8938 Рік тому +640

    My dr told me I absolutely had to take statins bc it was absolutely impossible to lower cholesterol with diet and exercise especially at my age. After 9 months they finally wanted to do a fasting blood draw. Dr called and said she was blown away. My bad stuff went from 200 to 118 . Praise be to God

    • @tinapen7725
      @tinapen7725 10 місяців тому

      Omegas& Turmeric from Dr. Livingood, and his Cholesterol Support suppliments plus changing to Healthy oils improved mine 30 points in a month! We don't have to take statins! God is good! Congratulations! 🤩

    • @wilsont1010
      @wilsont1010 10 місяців тому +26

      It sounds like you have encountered a con man and repeatedly paying him a visit. I always screen my family physician with a series of questions before paying for the first consultation.

    • @loodakris5928
      @loodakris5928 10 місяців тому +30

      @@wilsont1010I think a lot of doctors are trained in this way

    • @wilsont1010
      @wilsont1010 10 місяців тому

      @@loodakris5928 I am not at all surprised that they are trained to be dishonest, not about making you healthy instead you have to pay them to make yourself sicker by taking more drugs and eventually bankrupted by these people and their afflictions. The medical industry knew that saturated is the cornerstone of good health and longevity since decades ago, instead they laid out the plan to make everyone in this world a victim, many died without knowing the truth.

    • @lucypedzinski1403
      @lucypedzinski1403 10 місяців тому +7

      She doesn't know what she is talking about! This is so old info
      .!!

  • @JmGmail
    @JmGmail 5 місяців тому +10

    1) beans - garbanzo, pinto, kidney, lentils, black eyed - 4 times a week 2) fish salmon omega 3. 5 times a week 3) apple a day equal to statins (add to oatmeal)

  • @maryl.quartaro8556
    @maryl.quartaro8556 Рік тому +126

    I followed your diet and I dropped my LDL 104 to 65 thank you so much!!

    • @maryl.quartaro8556
      @maryl.quartaro8556 Рік тому +7

      In 6 weeks

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому +8

      Hi Mary, that's so awesome! Would you like to share your story to our audience and inspire others? I can interview you over a zoom meeting and post your story on our channel. Are you interested? Email me at contact@zonya.com

    • @annamarietom9864
      @annamarietom9864 11 місяців тому +1

      That is soooo awesome on your results❤

    • @sharinaross1865
      @sharinaross1865 3 місяці тому +2

      Great news.

    • @janetgleaves9120
      @janetgleaves9120 3 місяці тому

      How long did that take?

  • @ingridugarteche4301
    @ingridugarteche4301 3 місяці тому +39

    I think I’m on the verge of dying! No joke… I got high cholesterol, pre-diabetic, fractured pelvic, bone issues, vitamin d deficiency, 7 nodules on my thyroid… wow! That’s a long list… I’m scared because I love what’s bad for you! I quit drinking and smoking but now I’ve become addicted to food, bad food! Not even fast food just at home I love ice cream, high fat milk and yogurt! Rice, butter and bread!!! I am so grateful to have come across your video because you have such a warmth that the message is loud and clear to me! Thank you lady… you’re an angel in disguise! God bless you ❤

    • @DanicaJennings
      @DanicaJennings 2 місяці тому +8

      You’ve got this. Your body can do an amazing job at healing once you put the right foods in it. I’m on a health journey too. We can do it! 😊

    • @ingridugarteche4301
      @ingridugarteche4301 2 місяці тому +4

      @@DanicaJennings thank you so much for your kind words!! You’re right… we got this!! ❤️❤️

    • @rogerboily3471
      @rogerboily3471 2 місяці тому +3

      I’m not sure what age you are..but you can turn it all around..you just have to get a mind set to what to want..do you want to live n enjoy life or be unhealthy n miss out on so much or worst…I’m a 29 yr cancer survivor n no dr will tell me when I’m leaving this earth..it’s up to us to make the changes in our life…

    • @angelaosuji3279
      @angelaosuji3279 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for this package,I will truly give it a trial

    • @ToniInSussex
      @ToniInSussex Місяць тому

      I hope you'll consider looking at the NutritionalFacts with Dr. Michael Greger.

  • @okkomp
    @okkomp Рік тому +144

    My cholesterol was 467 before starting this diet, but it's got down to 24 now. Thanks so much. I feel like a newborn baby.

  • @dh6320
    @dh6320 9 місяців тому +55

    I recommend bean ceviche! White beans, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, fresh squeezed lime, some salt to taste. Mix it all up and there you go!

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  9 місяців тому +6

      awesome

    • @LionQueenn
      @LionQueenn 8 місяців тому +3

      Nice, I would add salmon to this recipe

    • @beatrizcontreras7973
      @beatrizcontreras7973 3 місяці тому +3

      BEETS, raw and red onions cilantro lemon oil in salad is excellent.

    • @dorynicdao5581
      @dorynicdao5581 2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you so much?

  • @robjyoun1
    @robjyoun1 Рік тому +180

    I followed these recommendations in October as I was diagnosed with diabetes, high blood pressure, and high Cholesterol, ultimately I was put on medication. I'm 40, nevertheless following these tips lowered my a1c from 6.9 to 6, and lowered my blood glucose from 159 to 126 in 3 months. I also lost 18lbs without exercise. It really is a life change but you can do it. I'm off the bp and Cholesterol meds now. Thank you so much Zonya. I really appreciate how much you helped me. I still have a way to go but I'm finally enjoying the journey.

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому +28

      YAY YOU Robin! You took the ball and ran with it. Believing starting with just "3 foods"! And that these three foods not only helped your cholesterol, but blood pressure AND DIABETES! People think "beans are carbs" but they are the loaded with fiber, slow-rising, packed with potassium carbs. Can't throw all carbs under the bus. But get smart with your carbs. Apples....AMAZING! Your weight loss is excellent and helping your body to improve it's glucose sensitivity... And the best part about your comment...."I'm finally enjoying the journey". YEEEEES!!! Eating good for you REAL FOOD is DELICIOUS!!! Congrats Robin, keep up the great work! I know you will!

    • @betzib8021
      @betzib8021 Рік тому +7

      Good for you!

    • @terab8885
      @terab8885 Рік тому +9

      Very interesting! Some things I already knew. However, putting them in action at times is difficult. I love all beans and they’re not expensive! Eating organic on the other hand is expensive! So, I do my best to lower my cholesterol and sugar levels as best I can! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! 😊

    • @victoriaogletree4669
      @victoriaogletree4669 Рік тому

      @terab8885, I promise this response is NOT to show off but to show the power of God. Coffee made my fingers hurt and my thumb swell, sugar fed the fungus in my big toes and produced swollen ankels and thru a surgeon on UA-cam said I was addicted to food! Your addicted! My cholesterol was 201 and sent to a heart Dr. I took communion over each one. A month later loss 10 lbs-no exerise, no more pain in fingers or elbow and I'm learning to feed my gut and not me. Sugar is to a min. With oatmeal. Will stay in the fight. Horrible food will destroy us.

    • @thegatesofdawn...1386
      @thegatesofdawn...1386 Рік тому +4

      Happy day! 😊

  • @janetebenezer893
    @janetebenezer893 Рік тому +93

    Just one thing in your fridge will lower your cholesterol and diabetes levels without stress, it worked for me. That one thing is egg, incorporate it in your food as a separate meal, don't combine it with any food. In my own case, I take 3 to 4 eggs for my breakfast, then my launch and dinner are vegetables with fish or any type of protein that you choose (note that if you choose chicken or Turkey for your protein, you must remove the skin)combined with very low carbohydrate foods and within a week, I was free from both of them till today. I changed my diet since about three years ago and I'm still cholesterol and diabetes free.

    • @joygordon9889
      @joygordon9889 Рік тому

      Wow

    • @mohamedhassan5617
      @mohamedhassan5617 Рік тому +2

      How do you eat eggs boiling or just fry them?

    • @janetebenezer893
      @janetebenezer893 Рік тому +4

      @@mohamedhassan5617 I fry them with two tablespoons of olive oil.

    • @jdubb0113
      @jdubb0113 Рік тому +1

      ​@@janetebenezer893 do you eat the egg yolks too, Or just egg White's?

    • @janetebenezer893
      @janetebenezer893 Рік тому +2

      @@jdubb0113 Initially I was eating one yoke out of the four eggs because yoke contains some nutrients that the white egg doesn't have, so we need it. Now, I don't care much about removing the yokes, I just remove them maybe thrice in a week and my cholesterol level still remains the same.

  • @lynneprud
    @lynneprud Рік тому +29

    Hi Zonya, for supper tonight I prepared the bean salad and the salmon patties. It was so tasty and delicious! Thank you so much ❤

  • @patriciandamukong5924
    @patriciandamukong5924 Рік тому +15

    I love this video. It makes a lot of sense to me. I am in this line of healthy living and it keeps me healthy and feeling younger than my age of 68. Your video adds more knowledge to what I am already doing. Thank you.

  • @TheKenLucas
    @TheKenLucas Рік тому +13

    Thank you Zonya! I just did blood work and my cholesterol is through the roof!! Time to change it! Thanks for the videos

  • @dianewilson2236
    @dianewilson2236 2 роки тому +280

    Loved this video soooooo much. My cholesterol is 231, for the first time in my 66 years, I don't want a cholesterol pill, so I am correcting it with food!! Thank you so much!!!

    • @Lilly-P
      @Lilly-P 2 роки тому +12

      Which cholestrol?LDL or HDL, or Total cholesterol.. these readings are making my head spin..

    • @nickbardan3867
      @nickbardan3867 2 роки тому +7

      That is not high at all

    • @vanessaradcliffe5373
      @vanessaradcliffe5373 Рік тому +15

      I’ve been 220 total cholesterol for few years, and my doctors tell me that’s too high and try to get it down. My husband runs 180. So yes, I watch everything I eat.

    • @foxysil52
      @foxysil52 Рік тому

      Good for you..never start them cause I'm on one AND I heard cholesterol pills, raise your insulin levels? That's all we need get rid of one condition only to get more
      Smh and If so..I'd like to get off of them myself. Big pharma =big money for drs..

    • @foxysil52
      @foxysil52 Рік тому +30

      @@Lilly-P here is how you remember.LDL..Lis for lousy..HDL H..is for healthy. Hope it helps. What you want to watch out for are the triglycerides.. because if they're High? It's what is very dangerous..good luck.

  • @staceyspargo5897
    @staceyspargo5897 Рік тому +36

    Glad you showed up and now I am all set for Low Cholesterol.
    Thank you and blessings!

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому

      You are so welcome Stacey.

    • @blackfeel9172
      @blackfeel9172 Рік тому

      Hi baby how are you doing now i hope you are really doing good you are awesome looking at you baby makes happy when I look at your picture it is beyond my imagination that a creature like you really exist like a rose you make the garden so beautiful You are a diamond to any man that have eyes to see goodness of a womanhood Baby am Ben easy going person very understandable Am a civil engineer and a contractor I work at so many places like Asia Europe and Africa I love art craft and I write music I like ideal people when I see your picture am impress I want a good woman that understand what real love is all about who will understand me and perfectly be for me So we can build our world strong enough to care for each other I want you to be mine and I hope to hear from you soonest thanks

  • @kizziah7777
    @kizziah7777 Рік тому +6

    Great flow and info. Really loved the recipes as well.

  • @Thevelascostudio
    @Thevelascostudio 4 місяці тому +6

    I think is important to mention that the fish has to be wild caught fish,not farm raiced.

  • @livschauclarke4442
    @livschauclarke4442 2 роки тому +60

    Thank you for this!
    I have been on meds for cholesterol and have had a bad reaction (itchy skin and palms) so my doctor and I decided that I should stop taking the medication for 1-2 weeks to confirm that the problem is actually a side effect - and the itching has stopped! As I live in Norway fish is not a problem and I do eat it fairly often. I also like pulses but forget to eat my beans, the same applies to apples and pears. This is going to change - I do not like taking medication and at 76 it is time to update my lifestyle!

    • @Sinju88
      @Sinju88 Рік тому +1

      Hi Liv, I m wondering how you are doing with beans & more fruits diet? Has yr cholesterol improved? I’m like you so trying to avoid meds. Look forward to hear from you.

    • @blackfeel9172
      @blackfeel9172 Рік тому

      Hi baby how are you doing now i hope you are really doing good you are awesome looking at you baby makes happy when I look at your picture it is beyond my imagination that a creature like you really exist like a rose you make the garden so beautiful You are a diamond to any man that have eyes to see goodness of a womanhood Baby am Ben easy going person very understandable Am a civil engineer and a contractor I work at so many places like Asia Europe and Africa I love art craft and I write music I like ideal people when I see your picture am impress I want a good woman that understand what real love is all about who will understand me and perfectly be for me So we can build our world strong enough to care for each other I want you to be mine and I hope to hear from you soonest thanks

  • @guenetgirma8941
    @guenetgirma8941 2 роки тому +18

    Blessing to come across your channel at the right time. A year ago I was told about my cholesterol but had not done anything. Yours is practical I have no excuse not following/doing it. I feel heaviness in my heart now when I write this for I had a stressful morning. Thank you so much. Will share you my progress.Watching from Ethiopia

  • @janekemp3093
    @janekemp3093 Рік тому +24

    I went whole foods plant based 3.5 years ago. I eat beans every day now. I've lost 110 pounds. Gave up processed food, sugar and white flower. Cut way back on salt. I feel better in my 60's than I did in my 30's.
    I have your cook book!

    • @janekemp3093
      @janekemp3093 Рік тому

      I do eat plenty of fruit with natural sugar. I occasionally use a little maple syrup or dates to sweeten things.

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому +1

      Great job Jane!

    • @loribaker-gould3415
      @loribaker-gould3415 26 днів тому

      I need to lose weight in addition to eating health. How should I start?

  • @Allenmassageguy
    @Allenmassageguy 4 місяці тому +8

    I found this to be the absolute most motivating healthy eating video I’ve ever watched on you tube and I watch a lot. I’m determined to get off my high cholesterol medication at 67 yo. I’ve felt horrible ever since I started on it and I’ve only been taking it every other day and not daily and it still affects me badly. I’m going to use all 3 of these recipes and I’ve subscribed!❤❤thanks so much. So glad I discovered this video and Zonya!

  • @jenniferreynolds7102
    @jenniferreynolds7102 2 роки тому +7

    Wow you're very good explaining how to choose healthy food vs bad food for our bodies. .Thank you appreciate

  • @drac464
    @drac464 Рік тому +16

    Just found your video and I already love you. I had bariatric surgery on Dec 2021 and had so many sessions with a “dietician” and I feel like I learned more from you in 1 video then I did with her. Btw I only lost 30 lbs with the surgery and have gained back almost everything. I’m trying to get started on a healthy non surgery journey this time. I think you are the perfect addition to this. You are like the mom that I never had, but always wanted. Love your energy. It’s not just the messenger being someone with a normal weight, but a person with all your contagious energy is what I really need. You are motivational and inspirational. I have high cholesterol and am on a mission to lower this and inflammation. Do you have any thoughts on supplements or Chitosan? Btw I love your name too

  • @gpetty5875
    @gpetty5875 Рік тому +4

    Thank you so much for sharing this video coupled with your many years of dietary nutritional experience. I'm working on lowering bad cholesterol and weight loss.The 3 foods and recipes will help a lot. Again thank you so much.

  • @conniebistat9930
    @conniebistat9930 Рік тому +1

    Thanks! Your recipe looks great!

  • @lukeapparicio980
    @lukeapparicio980 2 роки тому +3

    It's such a pleasure meeting you,I've learned so much, you're a GREAT teacher, I'll be following you always

  • @Daisyroseviolet123
    @Daisyroseviolet123 Рік тому +3

    Love your video. You have mentioned my favorite foods. Beans, I'm from Puerto Rico and beans are a very important part of our cuisine, love them all kidney, black, pink, white, garbanzo, pigeon peas. Love fish, my daughter says that probably I was born in a boat, because I love fish. Today my lunch was salmon (can) spinach, tomatoes, green onion. We have a good Publix supermarket next to our house, with a good Seafood department, we go get fresh fish, come home cook and eat. Thanks for all the good advise. My doctor said this week my labs were excellent. Already subscribed to your channel. And yes love apples also, eat them with a sprinkle of ginger and cinnamon. My bad cholesterol was 81, good cholesterol was 53. Sugar 80.

  • @Whatdoyouthink.687
    @Whatdoyouthink.687 4 місяці тому +3

    What really resonated with me in this vid was when Zonya said "We all have to learn how to live in this world." (About the donuts) Seems like a simple statement, but it truly hits home. Thank you Zonya for your inspiration. I started on the right path as a New Years resolution, and you have given me the courage to continue.....hopefully forever. Thanks again.

  • @kathrynrichmond8170
    @kathrynrichmond8170 Рік тому +8

    Hi. I have super high cholesterol. I am pescatarian for 40 year's now, don't eat any deep fry, sugars, processed food or junk/fast food. I live mostly on beans, fish, veggies and fruits. I live a super healthy lifestyle. I am 5'3, 115 lbs. I work out almost daily and take at least 5 sauna's per week. My doctors say I am healthy and doing all the right things for my body yet my cholesterol is in the high 300's and LDL is way up there. I do not "usually" take prescription meds but am very close to starting a statin against my better judgement. There is a ton of heart disease in my family. I personally have a strong heart but the cholesterol issue for me is dangerous and I'm really nervous now that I cannot control it thru diet and exercise. I have tried very unsuccessfully! I am told that this is hereditary and although I am doing everything right, there is not other option for me than to take the statin pills. Any advise please? Thank You!

    • @sulj3373
      @sulj3373 11 місяців тому

      Same with me.Check little p little a cholesterol I think it’s called…runs in our family.

    • @marias2746
      @marias2746 8 місяців тому

      Yes my dad passed at 66 from high cholesterol:( but I don’t even think he knew he had it until it was too late ! It’s a silent killer … my mom had high cholesterol and she is 81 and has been on statins for years since her 50s and no cardiac events except 1 minor heart attack at 65 when I dr gave her a pill to lose weight ! Statins did keep her cholesterol LOW! But I am going to really try to do it naturally …. Fish, veggies, fruits, beans, water and egg whites and I have to follow LOW fodmap foods only and low glycemic foods …. Low fodmap has helped my IBS …. They said I either have IBS or I don’t have the enzymes that digest fatty foods … I will say this eliminating alll the junk bacon hot dogs burgers white buns white pasta saves my GUT

    • @colleenf4759
      @colleenf4759 3 місяці тому

      My husband uses Red Yeast Rice- Cholestene 2xd. He tends to eat more possessed food. RED Y R keeps his number low and manageable.

    • @kathleencox4882
      @kathleencox4882 Місяць тому

      My brother had your issues. He is taking citrus bergamot in pill form. It is natural and worked to lower his cholesterol

  • @meilysumantri9819
    @meilysumantri9819 Рік тому +7

    Thank you so much for your information & motivation, love this video!

  • @faithcastle3581
    @faithcastle3581 2 роки тому +21

    I'm 63 and trying to eat better cause of health. It's hard to know how to change eating habits so I really appreciate that you are detailed and demonstrate clearly. I would love to hear ideas on how to eat healthy breakfasts and lunches and snacks. Thank you !

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Faith,
      Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out.
      I know that it can be frustrating when dealing with health related issues. I’d love to be able to help you the best I can. Making small changes to your daily habits, results in big changes, so stay motivated!
      I suggest taking Eat REAL for Your Health course. You can find it in my online course here - zonya.com/product/zonline-course-eat-real-for-your-health/
      From there, you’re invited to my exclusive FB group where you’ll get the support you need from myself and others taking similar courses! We post daily with the foods we’re making, and exercise we’re doing, to help keep each other on track. Hope this helps.

    • @blackfeel9172
      @blackfeel9172 Рік тому

      Hi baby how are you doing now i hope you are really doing good you are awesome looking at you baby makes happy when I look at your picture it is beyond my imagination that a creature like you really exist like a rose you make the garden so beautiful You are a diamond to any man that have eyes to see goodness of a womanhood Baby am Ben easy going person very understandable Am a civil engineer and a contractor I work at so many places like Asia Europe and Africa I love art craft and I write music I like ideal people when I see your picture am impress I want a good woman that understand what real love is all about who will understand me and perfectly be for me So we can build our world strong enough to care for each other I want you to be mine and I hope to hear from you soonest thanks

  • @marybenoit6375
    @marybenoit6375 Рік тому +6

    Hi! I just came across your video and started to watch. I was just diagnosed with high cholesterol and placed on Crestor, I really don’t want to continue on that med, thank you so much for the info. I will continue watching your videos.

    • @GeorgeMorgan6600
      @GeorgeMorgan6600 4 місяці тому

      @Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

  • @snjobvu22
    @snjobvu22 Рік тому

    Thanks for this. will try it

  • @200Nora
    @200Nora 2 роки тому +24

    I walk every day and go to the gym at least 4 times a week. I have been doing it for the last 6 months with more intensity than ever before (I have always been active throughout my life; sometimes more other times a little less).

  • @orlandobey5168
    @orlandobey5168 7 місяців тому +3

    I'm new to your channel and I wanted to say a BIG THANK YOU for all this great information! I will definitely be back and will share with my loved ones. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @ireneposti6813
    @ireneposti6813 Рік тому +4

    I came across your video today and really enjoyed watching you and learned so much about eating healthy, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful recipes with us. I’m going to look for more recipes from you. ❤

  • @lolamary2363
    @lolamary2363 10 місяців тому +7

    I finally made the 3 bean salad. It’s absolutely delicious 😋 Thanks so much!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @ronkeokusanya480
    @ronkeokusanya480 Рік тому +5

    I am encouraged by this. I will embark on the plan from now on.

  • @VyNguyen-jd4pu
    @VyNguyen-jd4pu Рік тому +3

    Thank you for your time helping out people who struggle with their health.
    Wishing you healthy and happiness and continue what are you doing

  • @robingreen1280
    @robingreen1280 3 місяці тому +1

    I just stumbled onto this video, it's giving me life. My doctor just told me my cholestrol was way high and wanted to give me medication, I declined. Thank you so much for this I will be following and ordering your books.

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  3 місяці тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @melissadesharnais2554
    @melissadesharnais2554 Рік тому +37

    Had my physical today, 55 year old female, blood work last week, so my Dr. Informed me that my bad cholesterol was 195 and good was only about 35. So I came to youtube and found you. Learning alot !! I said "NO" to pills and said I'll read up on what I should be eating and what to eliminate. ☺ Thank you for all the great info. In 6 months when I gp back to dr.s I'll come back with update. 😉

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому +2

      That would be great. Thanks Melissa

    • @wilsont1010
      @wilsont1010 10 місяців тому

      It sounds like you have encountered a con man and repeatedly paying him a visit. I always screen my family physician with a series of questions before paying for the first consultation.

    • @pattersonellen
      @pattersonellen 8 місяців тому +2

      How did it go?

    • @soniagaspard9451
      @soniagaspard9451 3 місяці тому

      77 I ​@@pattersonellen

  • @minniegibson8722
    @minniegibson8722 2 роки тому +8

    Oh ya, I'm gonna do it. I love these recipes. Thank you so much!

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  2 роки тому

      You are so welcome Minnie!

  • @gailruuhela5627
    @gailruuhela5627 2 роки тому +6

    I can't take drugs to lower my cholesterol because of leg pain so I was excited to find your channel. I can't wait to try some of the recipes.

  • @heathersuwais3749
    @heathersuwais3749 Рік тому +28

    I made all your recipes it such a great feeling to be able to eat food that’s healthy, delicious, and filling!! Thank you so much for this!! I’m going to bring down my cholesterol without medication!!

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому +1

      You go GIRL!

    • @thetotalrecall6534
      @thetotalrecall6534 Рік тому +1

      Just reading your comments... I am in the same shoes as you. I was so afraid to take the statins with all the side effects. I am becoming a master chef.

    • @heathersuwais3749
      @heathersuwais3749 Рік тому

      @@thetotalrecall6534 what a great idea!

    • @thetotalrecall6534
      @thetotalrecall6534 Рік тому

      @@heathersuwais3749 Thank You Heather...

    • @ameliejulien5445
      @ameliejulien5445 3 місяці тому

      I made oatmeal blueberries Almond milk and banana shake in the morning.
      It helps me drop my cholesterol level.
      My Dr was so happy for me.

  • @sandrahammond3089
    @sandrahammond3089 Рік тому +2

    Awesome thanks so much for your support ❤

  • @catherinebroadnax4089
    @catherinebroadnax4089 5 місяців тому +3

    Thank you so much for this post. I have been separated for three years and have been so unmotivated to eat healthy. I recently found out that my LDL levels are through the roof. I'm not one to take medication and was doing some research on lowering my levels by the time I go back to see my doctor on April 1st. I'm definitely going to follow/subscribe to your channel. I'm going to incorporate some of your ideas. I think I've found my inspiration. Thank you, Zonya

    • @scottfoco5813
      @scottfoco5813 5 місяців тому +1

      You got this Catherine!!!

    • @catherinebroadnax4089
      @catherinebroadnax4089 5 місяців тому

      ​@@scottfoco5813 I ordered a couple of your books as well. I'm looking forward to my healthcare journey.

  • @pennykeller3048
    @pennykeller3048 2 роки тому +5

    Hello 👋. This is my first time watching. I was told that my cholesterol was a little high and that it's hereditary because my mom had it

  • @remieweekes3493
    @remieweekes3493 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for letting me know what's best for me,in lowering my cholesterol.

  • @lindalamb7512
    @lindalamb7512 Рік тому +2

    Fabulous!!! Thanks- well presented and easy to follow!!

  • @YoSpiff
    @YoSpiff Рік тому +42

    That was useful. I've been watching this 12 minutes at a time while on my elliptical. I've gotten most of my risk factors under control with healthier eating and exercise, but still struggling with the cholesterol. That info about saturated fats being a main contributor was helpful, though I will also check it out with some other sources.

  • @RockyMtnGobblers
    @RockyMtnGobblers Рік тому +11

    Thank you, you are helping me change my diet! Subscribed and have my grocery list for tomorrow, I'm so happy I can have yummy meals, make my body heathy, cancer resistant and lower my cholesterol.

  • @trishcasimira7870
    @trishcasimira7870 8 місяців тому +2

    wow, totally impressed! I'm a single person so I'll have to do some math. Just had a triple bypass and MUST learn to cook heathy. These three recipes are a great start! Can't wait to watch more videos. Thank you!

  • @KimNevelzer
    @KimNevelzer Рік тому +2

    It's easy to tell you are passionate about eating healthy to reduce cholesterol, blood sugar, BP etc. You have a wonderful bubbly personality that is enjoyable. You remind me of my 'aunty Bev'. I'm 63 and underwent a triple bypass three years ago. I have always been a healthy eater, passing over burgers, pizza etc. My friend always teased me and called me a grazer, because I opted for salads. I unfortunately have familial high cholesterol 😔 I have good HDL and good triglycerides, but bad LDL. My BP is normally around 120/70, sometimes lower, so that is never an issue. My cardiologist wanted me to take statins, but I refused. Even though I am already a healthy eater and I upped my intake of even healthier choices, after 6 months my cholesterol only dropped 5 points. I conceded to try Repatha, but I am still wary. It hasn't been around long enough to establish strong research on the side effects of long term use.
    Anyway, I am not a fan of salmon. Mom made patties and loaves when we were kids and they were awful. I am going to try your recipe using the packets and the spicy sauce. I love all kinds of beans but I will admit I don't eat enough of them. I will now add them daily to my diet. I love berries of all kinds,, but I am not a big fruit eater. I will pick up some apples at the market. I prefer red delicious ( 😊 ) and granny smiths. My next cardiologist appt is in April and I'm hoping my numbers go down even more. If so, I might ask to stop taking the Repatha to see if my cholesterol will stay below 200.
    Loved your video. Thank you for the wonderful information and recipes.

  • @carolrosenberg6260
    @carolrosenberg6260 2 роки тому +71

    I am excited. This is one of the few channels that really resonate with me. So motivating because it’s positive, not finger wagging. I am going out tomorrow to buy these healthier options. Thank you

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  2 роки тому +3

      Thank you so very much Carol. I truly wish you all the best!

    • @jennieosborne3530
      @jennieosborne3530 Рік тому

      Can I do this with egg whites? They told me I couldn't eat egg yolks.

    • @theresaopara2823
      @theresaopara2823 Рік тому

      Can we please get to the point,

    • @sarahstrong7174
      @sarahstrong7174 Рік тому +2

      @@jennieosborne3530 You can use egg whites to stick your burgers together or you could use oat-bran. Just stir some hot water from the kettle into a cup of oat-bran & mix with your other ingredients. However there is quite a lot of good cholesterol in eggs. You might want to look up the facts & decide what you want to do.

    • @nancy9478
      @nancy9478 Рік тому +2

      @@jennieosborne3530 eggs yolks are where all the nutrition us, and dont raise cholesterol.

  • @patsymoore5507
    @patsymoore5507 2 роки тому +35

    I've tried everything else, so I may well try this. Thank you for sharing your expertise! You are clear and to the point. Looking forward to watching more of your videos and trying your recipes.

    • @rosedelrosario8821
      @rosedelrosario8821 Рік тому +1

      thank you for sharing God bless

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому +1

      You're welcome Patsy! thanks for your kind words, and let us know how it helped you.

  • @lisae516
    @lisae516 Рік тому +1

    Good info- done my salads like you , working on lowering my cholesterol /blood pressure- thanks

  • @JacquelineAllen753
    @JacquelineAllen753 8 місяців тому +1

    It’s a blessing for your son that he has you. Thank you for this information… i was just told I had high ldl 122 so im going to use this information and jump on board with you.

  • @annegel8837
    @annegel8837 Рік тому +4

    So very good Zonya. I actually listened all the way through. Great public speaking

  • @hopefulsyalubala9331
    @hopefulsyalubala9331 Рік тому +6

    Being diabetic and hypertensive I've learnt a lot on types of foods to take.

    • @chad7789
      @chad7789 Рік тому

      Stay away from beans then

  • @andreamorrison8419
    @andreamorrison8419 Рік тому

    Yes, I'm starting this now after getting news on 10.6 number on diabetes & ldl not good. Thanks for being there for us all!

  • @annabee68
    @annabee68 4 місяці тому +1

    Hi Zonya. I am so excited today!! By following your lower cholesterol recipes my total cholesterol is down today from 246 to 220 in 3 months 😊😊. I love all the recipes in this video. Especially the salmon patties!! Thank you and I’m so happy I found you !

  • @neenaeddie5272
    @neenaeddie5272 2 роки тому +19

    Love this chanel 💕 NO long boring speeches before the action. Dive straight in!🎯👌

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks a Broccoli Bunch Neena!

    • @djlowtek
      @djlowtek Рік тому

      Wtf are you talking about she took over 45 minutes to tell you 3 fuckin foods

    • @karlajones2617
      @karlajones2617 5 місяців тому

      I loved that too! Straight to the punch😅

  • @saraaceves6642
    @saraaceves6642 Рік тому +3

    Thank you! This video is easy to follow and informative.

  • @theopolisstewart9989
    @theopolisstewart9989 7 місяців тому +2

    Hello, my wife and I are hooked on your show. And will be following you. Thanks for being concerned about our health. We really love your show. 😊

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  7 місяців тому +1

      Thanks a Broccoli Bunch!

  • @user-bh6tl7zc9k
    @user-bh6tl7zc9k 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for the diet advice, I will start practicing it now. ❤

  • @jeancolot7895
    @jeancolot7895 Рік тому +3

    Yes! That's good to our body! Thanks for sharing zonia!

  • @renukabelur3554
    @renukabelur3554 Рік тому +37

    Hello, I came across your video and loved it! Your explanation & inclusion of recipes was great and it felt like you were talking to me personally lol. I’ve been researching foods to help lower cholesterol and this was so insightful. You are so right about our comfort zones and the temptations all around us. I really loved your story about the doughnuts and apple picking, how bad the oil is (I had no idea). I am definitely ready to take up the challenge and thank you for your efforts in putting this out 😊

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому +2

      Awe...Thank you Renuka for watching and sharing what your favorite take-aways were from the video. I had forgotten I told that "apple picking doughnut story" and soooo glad that the horrible oils they use, along with the health-wreaking refined white flours and sugars...all made a memorable impact on you. I hope these nasty things, whether at the grocery store, or donut store or anywhere, lose there appeal for life! All my best to you! ps. you are the type of person I love in my livstream programs, and one is coming up January 26th...would love to have you! www.Zonya.com/store check it out!

    • @renukabelur3554
      @renukabelur3554 Рік тому +2

      @@Zonyafoco Nice of you to take the time to reply! I have such a sweet tooth and am making an effort to reduce my consumption. I will definitely try and be there for your livestream coming up. You did inspire me, so much so I went & bought the canned salmon to make the burgers!! I found the skinless & boneless one too which is my preference lol. Thanks again 😊

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому +1

      ​@@renukabelur3554 yippee! I am so geeked for the upcoming January - April Eat REAL Weight Loss Intensive...can't wait. We will have a free webinar as a sample to the 3 month program on Jan 12th...stay tuned. (if you are on our email list you will find out about it. join here if you haven't already and you get a cool gift "what I eat in a a day video" and week of meals here: zonya.com/get-a-week-of-meals/

    • @monicacasserly6890
      @monicacasserly6890 10 місяців тому

      Brilliant

    • @safianamani1375
      @safianamani1375 4 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for this wonderful videos

  • @freddyheynssens1950
    @freddyheynssens1950 7 місяців тому +2

    Wow you are amazing. Sharing this yummy healthy recipes
    This is just what I was looking for. I want to replace the processed deli.
    Thank you, God bless you richly.

  • @ettamargason7709
    @ettamargason7709 Рік тому

    So glad you came up on my feed!

  • @milady9653
    @milady9653 2 роки тому +10

    Thank you for this video. It's so inspirational. I don't even like beans but I will be trying them this summer. And the fruit salad looks so yummy. I look forward to watching more videos.

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  2 роки тому

      You are so welcome Milady!

  • @eliaspap8708
    @eliaspap8708 Рік тому +4

    I have beans twice a day, once in the morning and once again around brunch, coffee beans are amazing :)

  • @RG-ow9qb
    @RG-ow9qb Рік тому

    Thanks so much..love your energy and your way of helping us navigate the cholesterol lowering foods...I am currently prescribed lipitor for my third boarderline high..diagnose...Lost weight on weight watchers....and will use your food and. recipe suggestions...It is a life style change for many...but sure we could all have a winning test in six months👍👍 I am 67 years...active..with double knee replacements in 2017-18...lost 35 lbs.... Cholesterol went lower....now 10 lbs up.... cholesterol up too...

  • @arlynfinado9540
    @arlynfinado9540 Рік тому +2

    Amazing info. Thank you so much!

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому

      Glad it was helpful Arlyn!

  • @ruthst-martin5887
    @ruthst-martin5887 2 роки тому +5

    WOWW !!!first time watching your video and i love you already. I love how you're also funny and just natural. I cant believed I watched a 47mins video here and I never get bored instead I learned a lot, very informative. Thank you so much

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much Ruth!!

  • @mybeautifulworld6724
    @mybeautifulworld6724 10 місяців тому +29

    This looks great! I just had a blood test done, and my cholesterol was high, so this is what I needed to watch!

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  9 місяців тому +1

      awesome

    • @spiritualjoy3485
      @spiritualjoy3485 8 місяців тому +4

      Thank you so much. Looks like God directed me to this channel and it’s my first time and it’s just what I need. Just got a high cholesterol and increased LDL report from my blood test and I need to take the bull by the horn and reduce that number to normal (acceptable range). I’m determined to correct this problem and in addition to other interventions I am considering, this is perfect for me and I already eat fish and vegetables only.

    • @dionisiatsafos3655
      @dionisiatsafos3655 6 місяців тому +2

      @@Zonyafoco so beans and salmon ?? And what is the third one ?? Thank you for the info !!!

    • @delbee718
      @delbee718 5 місяців тому

      @@dionisiatsafos3655apples

  • @sweetypatnett6123
    @sweetypatnett6123 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing this video! It was very informative and helpful! I'm taking notes. ❤

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  4 місяці тому

      You are so welcome!

  • @johnfyfe3233
    @johnfyfe3233 Рік тому +1

    Thank you ! I so much agree with you!👏👏👏❤

  • @littlescarface2
    @littlescarface2 Рік тому +7

    Yes to every recipe you shared ❤️❤️❤️

  • @mandandi
    @mandandi Рік тому +10

    Great info. Thanks for sharing.
    Been eating more beans since last year, and started eating lentils last month. Then, I started taking bone, fish, chicken and vegetables broths almost daily - I cook the soups, beans and lentils in broths. The broths did it for me - made me cut down on meat consumption significantly....down from daily to once to three times a week!
    I love the taste of the home made broths so much I don't feel the need to eat the meat that much anymore.. The broths have the protein. Nuts and seeds provide the rest. I hope my bodyfat goes down from current 22.9% to 20% or less over the next 3 months. I started jogging on Sunday, I feel good. No major pain or inflammation to deal with this time. Broths have reduced inflammation in my body, finally.

    • @jhssmith2004
      @jhssmith2004 3 місяці тому

      how do you make your broths? are they chicken or beef?

  • @pauletteestep5064
    @pauletteestep5064 8 місяців тому +2

    Wonderful program, much appreciated. Thank you!!!

  • @jillachen7217
    @jillachen7217 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much!! You are helping so many!❤

  • @LeeLee-ux8gh
    @LeeLee-ux8gh Рік тому +3

    I had blood work and my LDL is 271, I really have to get it down ASAP. Thank you for the info

  • @jonelmgren
    @jonelmgren Рік тому +4

    Wow, just got my bloodwork results for my annual physical required to hold a commercial drivers license. Have used all kind of things to try and reduce cholesterol and this round I dropped 33 from my total cholesterol bringing LDL down to 88! My wife makes a pot of white bean & kale soup a week and it really does the trick. You are a peach Zonya Foco and your advice is spot on!

  • @veelove2226
    @veelove2226 Рік тому +1

    This was so informative! I’ve learned so much from this video! I will try all 3 recipes

  • @Jennifer-oz8ec
    @Jennifer-oz8ec 8 місяців тому

    I just had my bloodwork results & my cholesterol is at 4.9 so have been searching YTube for tips on lowering that number. So happy to have discovered your channel. I am a vegetarian and do eat legumes but have not been eating as much recent,y. Just need to get back on track. I will be making that Healthified 3-Bean Salad for sure. I love Dijon mustard and the salad dressing looks wonderful. Thank you.

  • @lindawilson1374
    @lindawilson1374 6 місяців тому +3

    Thank you so much Zonya, you are the best! I'm thank God He answered my prayers directing and guiding me to your channel. After viewing your 1st food beans to lower cholesterol I wasn't sure about it due to the beans giving me gas and bloated but I figured I would have to try some beano because my health is so important and have always been so i imedaely put you on pause and dive into making your bean salad recipe and then came back for more of your God's giving information on the salmon which I had already made a decision to switch over from some of my other meats due to my cholesterol and i pause you again and set up everything to make them along with your "Dreamy fruit desert" i love apples and eat them all the time but I couldn't believe I didn't have any but I have blueberries so I'm going to go with them today instead of the apples. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart I also share all of the real food with my family, and love ones because eating healthy is very important to me and should be to the world. Thank you again I can't wait to try your recipes today and i look forward to trying many more. God bless you and keep up the good work. I love you beautiful soul and smile we need more of that in our world today because laughter is also a medcine and a blessing. 🙏🏽❤️😀👍🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

    • @GeorgeMorgan6600
      @GeorgeMorgan6600 4 місяці тому

      @Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

  • @laurend3607
    @laurend3607 9 місяців тому +4

    Ground flaxseed (two tablespoons) along with Ceylon cinnamon (heavy sprinkle) and stevia (according to your taste), add berries of your choice, all mixed in a 3/4 cup (more or less, you decide) of fat free plain Greek yogurt. And I’d sometimes drizzle sugar free syrup on it (it does have aspartame, I know it’s terrible for me). This tastes so good and helped me lower my cholesterol and keep it in the normal range. I eat a bowl of this most mornings for breakfast.

  • @trishweber6321
    @trishweber6321 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks you! Ready for this journey!

  • @janetmarsden8199
    @janetmarsden8199 Рік тому +1

    Totally agree with you. Thank you for your teaching.

  • @Eagle_Delta
    @Eagle_Delta 8 місяців тому +9

    Which LDL particle do you recommend lowering Large buoyant LDL or small dense LDL particles? One correlates with metabolic syndrome and the other with good metabolic health.

  • @courag1
    @courag1 Рік тому +22

    I’ve been following your recommendations on eating beans to lower cholesterol. I saw my doctor today and got the results of my recent blood tests and my total cholesterol was down 20 points and my triglycerides are normal. I am 2 points still above normal and the only area keeping it slightly up is the HDL. He was thrilled with my progress as was I.
    I don’t know if this has anything to do with this also, but I’m sleeping better and have more energy and have lost also 10 lbs.

  • @jeffsilverberg5848
    @jeffsilverberg5848 Рік тому +1

    Wonderful video and I will continue to follow you. Excellent advice.

  • @sariputri9687
    @sariputri9687 Рік тому +2

    I love the way you talk Zonya! You makes this long video so entertaining to watch! Thank you for the recipes! Looks so yummy❤️ Greeting from Indonesia.

  • @SashaCoCo
    @SashaCoCo 9 місяців тому +6

    You are so refreshing & saving lives! Thank you! For years, I've begged my doctor for referrals to a nutritionist, but she refuses & only believes in prescribing medications. She doesn't believe nutrition & supplements can have positive affects on one's health or that nurition & supplements can lower lab results. I have a great insurance policy which covers visits to a nutritionist, but my doctor gate keeper refuses to allow my consult with a registered dietician & won't follow through with referrals for tests requested by my other specialists. This dance with my JPS primary care physician (PCP) in Fort Worth, Texas is exhausting, so backwards & promotes "sick care with prescriptions."
    Thank you for your help! I deserve better! I'm trying to find a good nutritionist and a better PCP doctor for my healthy future self.

  • @bettylew2231
    @bettylew2231 2 роки тому +5

    THANKYOU ZONYA. YOU'RE GREAT !!!! LOVE ALL THE INFO !!!!

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  2 роки тому

      You are so welcome Betty!

  • @sheilaoliveira8717
    @sheilaoliveira8717 Рік тому +2

    Zonya, loved your video. I love Michigan Apples and Michigan Salmon, but I am a Type 2 diabetic with high cholesterol. Do you have recipes for diabetics? I can only eat green beans without affecting high glucose levels. Thank you

  • @patchareesangaroon4666
    @patchareesangaroon4666 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing all goodies and healthy secrets!

  • @evolymasu4876
    @evolymasu4876 Рік тому +9

    Thank you Zonya for this informative videos! I have a question regarding the cholesterol amount printed in the nutrition list on the salmon/tuna cans: is this HDL or LDL? Thx.

    • @chad7789
      @chad7789 Рік тому

      I was eating salmon, tuna,..fish only and low carb veggies for three months, total cholesterol=165. Tried red meat in place of fish, total cholesterol=335, in three months, it's the sat fat

  • @skismosis
    @skismosis Рік тому

    i am 63 and just recently my DR, contacted me after my blood work to inform me that my triglycerides were in dangerous levels, i was like WHAT!!!! so now i am on Gemfibrozil 600 mg, i am not happy, so now i need to make some changes, i will start here, thank you .

  • @ebonyejohnson
    @ebonyejohnson Рік тому

    Thank you so much ❤️ can't wait to try this..

    • @Zonyafoco
      @Zonyafoco  Рік тому

      Hope you like it Ebony! Keep me posted.

  • @Sunny74-
    @Sunny74- 2 роки тому +18

    I cook 1 lb of pinto beans 6 C water or low sodium broth, in my Instant pot for 35-40 min. quick release. I add one whole onion, 3-5 cloves of garlic, 1 Tbsp cumin, 1 Tbsp Chili powder, some salt, pepper, stir and put the lid on your instant pot. I take half out to keep whole, the other half I remove water and use my immersion tool to smash them into healthy Refried beans (no oil or lard) :) Delicious!!