Honey Nut Cheerios claims that their product can help to lower the cholesterol. Before starting the argument about lowering the cholesterol, we have to know what is cholesterol and how it works. Cholesterol is a waxy fat, which can be found in every cell of the body. Our body needs cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help to digest foods. There are two kinds of lipoprotein that carry cholesterol throughout our body, which are low-density lipoproteins (LDL) and high-density lipoproteins (HDL). LDL cholesterol is called bad cholesterol and HDL cholesterol is called good cholesterol (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute). The two sources of cholesterol are our body and the food we eat. Our liver produces more cholesterol …show more content…
According to Cheerios website, “The whole grain oats in Original Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios, and Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch contain soluble fiber, which can help lower cholesterol.” They also claim in their website that Cheerios has more soluble fiber, which can reduce the cholesterol. Moreover, Cheerios is cholesterol free and can be a part of heart-healthy diet to reduce heart diseases. According to their website, “Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol are heart healthy because they may help reduce the risk of heart disease. All varieties of Cheerios cereal are cholesterol free and have one gram or less of saturated fat per …show more content…
It does not contain any saturated and trans fats. As it has no saturated and trans fat, so it is clear that if we eat Honey Nut Cheerios then it will not increase the cholesterol. However, it does not mean that it helps to lower the cholesterol. The National Institutes of Health recommends that eating ten to twenty-five grams of soluble fiber daily can reduce LDL cholesterol. In one serving of cheerios contains less than one gram of soluble fiber. Therefore, we have to eat ten bowls of cheerios daily to reduce the LDL cholesterol effectively
The package nutritional information explains the three grams of soluble fiber daily from whole grain oat foods like this cereal, in a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease (Cheerios). I would also include the certification of the American Heart Association on the cereal as heart-healthy for meeting the requirements for the cholesterol and saturated fat. The only drawback is the high content of sugar: the serving of Honey Nut Cheerios is only 7.92 grams per quarter cup and the American Heart Association recommends that women consume no more than 25 grams of added sugar per day and 38 grams for men (Beville).
LDL or bad cholesterol comes from food that is a high source of cholesterol and/or saturated fats. Plaque forms when bad or LDL cholesterol builds up in your bloodstream and attaches to the arterial wall, as more LDL builds up the plaque becomes larger, this can become a major problem for your cardiovascular system. Because plaque is a substance that has rough edges, it reduces the elastic nature of the artery which means your heart will have to work double-time to pump the necessary blood to all your limbs, that will mean your limbs won’t get the amount of oxygen that they require to function properly. Plaque can also narrow the area blood has to pass through, this means your heart has to work overtime and overall capacity of your cardiovascular system is lowered. When the LDL cholesterol embeds itself in the wall of the artery it than damages the artery then blood pressure expands it which causes an aneurysm. When an aneurysm is too weak there is a high possibility of it bursting, when that happens it leaves the cells in and around that area without oxygen. If that artery is connected to a major vital organ the person will most likely die. When the blood flow is slowed it shows a greater risk for blood clots and although blood clots are natural and important to healing broken blood vessels, if blood clots gather inside the blood vessel this proves to be a serious health risk. The clots have the possibility to get stuck and completely cut off the blood flow to cells, leaving them without oxygen and causing them to die. If a clot gets inside a blood vessel connected to a major organ this could cause the person to die. The heart is fed by the coronary artery, if plaque or a blood clot blocks off blood flow to the heart, the heart ...
Abstract: The use of high fructose corn syrup as a sweetener in various food and drink products has drastically affected the American people in the last three decades. Dominating 55% of the sweetener market because of its industrial benefits, HFCS’s increased use has caused dramatic effects in its consumers, including upsetting normal hormonal functions, destroying vital organs, nerves, and throwing off the body’s mineral balance. As the use of HFCS increased, the rates of obesity, diabetes, and related health problems have escalated, resulting in a nationwide epidemic.
Hypercholesterolemia is the presence of high levels of cholesterol in the blood. Cholesterol is a waxy fat-like substance and is a major class of lipid, so it gets into the blood by lipoproteins [1]. A high level of lipoproteins is unhealthy. A high level can result in an elevated risk of atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease [2]. The high levels of lipoproteins are often influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors such as obesity or dieting habits [2]. High cholesterol can be caused by mutations in the following genes: APOB, LDLR, LDLRAP1, and PCSK9 [3]. Mutations in the LDLR gene are responsible for causing familial hypercholesterolemia, which is the most commonly seen form of inherited high cholesterol [3]. The LDLR gene contains instructions for making LDL receptors or low-density lipoprotein receptors. LDL receptors play critical roles in regulating levels of cholesterol in the blood by removing low-density lipoproteins from the bloodstream. Mutations in the LDLR gene can make the amount of LDL receptors produced less than normal or affect their job of removing the low-density lipoproteins in the blood [4]. People who have these mutations will have higher levels of cholesterol. There are many ways that the environment can affect the levels of cholesterol in the blood. Reducing the amount of dietary fat you consume lowers the total amount of cholesterol in the blood [5]. Sucrose and fructose can raise the amount of LDL in the blood. Reducing fatty foods will however lower the amount of LDL [5]. Having a healthy body and maintaining physical exercise plays a key role in keeping your cholesterol at a healthy level. If you are overweight or obese you can lower your cholesterol levels by simply losing ...
This label makes Cheerios seem like a “healthy conscience choice” when in fact they are not healthy at all. The truth is that this breakfast cereal is highly processed and is best avoided despite the “healthy halo” of being approved by the National Heart Association and GMO free. The truth appears on the nutrition label and the ingredients (Wartman). “If you can’t pronounce it, don’t buy it” The voluntary labeling places a burden on the consumer. The average American is forced to navigate a confusing and cluttered food landscape” (Wartman).
· Eat moderate amounts of nuts that are rich in monounsaturated fat, like hazelnuts, almonds, pecans, cashews, walnuts and macadamia nuts. These nuts have been shown to improve cholesterol levels. Avoid eating nuts by the handful. Instead, garnish food with one tablespoon of chopped nuts per person.
Cheerios currently targeting: An older age group, with the message of lowering cholesterol. Another problem is makes parents purchase the cereal as a healthy choice for their children. When it comes to college students that not fully aware of health benefits don’t by Cheerios
Saturated fat and cholesterol and an increased risk of heart disease. Fiber and a reduced risk of cancer. Fruit, vegetables and grain products that contain fiber and a reduced risk of heart disease.
Consumers that love honey can appreciate the population of bees and the connection that bees have with honey. What many consumers fail to understand is many benefits that honey offers and the importance of bees to all other crops. Many favorite foods are all pollinated by bees, almonds, strawberries, apples, and blueberries (Bee Spotter, n.d.). Finding the target market of consumers, educating them on the importance of a healthy bee population and the benefits that come from local raw honey. This paper will explain the market plan strategy for introducing the new local raw honey, while identifying possible social and ethical issues and ways to mitigate those issues.
My DRI of cholesterol was maxed at 300mg and my intake was 267mg. Still relatively high so could start consuming Oatmeal for breakfast in which reduces your low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the "bad" cholesterol. Also, I...
High cholesterol is the best known of all the many threats to a healthy heart. When excess amounts fatty like plaque substance build up along the walls of the arteries, you face a significantly higher risk of a complete blockage, leading to a heart attack or stroke. At normal levels, cholesterol is not a bad thing. On the other hand, its an essential material used by the body to make cell walls and produce hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen. The body produces its own supply of cholesterol in the liver, it’s also found in various animal products such as meats, eggs, and, milk. Cholesterol only becomes a threat when the body can’t use or get rid of excessive amounts of it.
The reason I chose this particular area of research is that peanut butter is an extremely popular food choice worldwide as it is affordable and nutritious; and I also love to eat it. However, the number of brands and the choices within the brand range make it complicated for the consumer and myself to choose the most nutritious option. Prior to this research I did not understand the nutritional content of the food I ate.
Whole-grain wheat studies have increased over the years following the influx of cases of gluten intolerance and metabolic syndrome. Studies show that by eating whole-grain products can attribute to lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. In comparison to eating white bread, wheat bread reduces total serum cholesterol level, LDL cholesterol, non-HDL cholesterol, triglyceride, body fat, and abdominal obesity (Mohammad, 2013). It also improved overall levels of vitamin B, calcium, and magnesium that the body needs to
Good fats are found in nuts, avocados, olives, seeds and healthy oils like olive oil, flaxseed, and sesame.
In this experiment, lipids from ground nutmeg are extracted using a combination of solvents and identify the lipids through chromatography. The purpose of using solvent combinations is to elute the lipids based on their polarity to binding of the silica gel. The chromatography is performed on a silica gel plate and the use of iodine to visualize the lipids. By calculating the Rf values for each compound and comparing them to the known lipids, we are able to distinguish the lipids within the grounded nutmeg.