Messina M, et al. (2021). Soybean oil lowers circulating cholesterol levels and coronary heart disease risk, and has no effect on markers of inflammation and oxidation.

We looked up the calorie information for the chain's alcoholic drinks using the Wetherspoon app and below are the drinks in each of its categories with the lowest amount of calories – as well as the highest. Not all drinks listed gave calorie information. It’s also worth remembering that some drinks contain more calories because they are bigger. Wetherspoon branches may slightly differ in the drinks they have available.Researchers in a 2020 study examined the effects of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), another beneficial antioxidant in green tea, on human, animal, and in vitro (outside a living organism) models.

Individuals can try to consume these sterols and stanols with a meal that contains saturated fat for effectiveness. 7. Cocoa drinksThe FDA states that most people should try to consume 1.3 g or more of sterols and 3.4 g of stanols per day. Oats contain beta-glucans, which create a gel-like substance in the gut and interact with bile salts. These soluble fibers may inhibit cholesterol absorption and help reduce cholesterol levels. Research suggests processing tomatoes into juice increases their lycopene content. Tomato juice is also rich in cholesterol-reducing fiber and niacin. A person can make a soy or oat smoothie by blending 250 mL of soy or oat milk with cholesterol-lowering fruits or vegetables, such as: Flavoured cider is one of the UK’s best-selling drinks. But do you know how much sugar is in your favourite bottle? Valerie Browne reports on why a new brand is trying a different approach