7 Eating Habits That Raise Your Cholesterol

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7. You think you don’t need protein shakes

You should remember that whey protein is not just for bodybuilders after an intense lifting session. In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, individuals drank two protein shakes per day for eight weeks; the total daily consumption of protein was 56 grams (about 13 teaspoons), an amount equivalent to protein supplements used by bodybuilders.

The results? Significant reductions in blood pressure and a 5 percent decrease in total cholesterol. Besides promoting muscle growth and lowering blood pressure, whey protein also reduces inflammation and hunger.

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