Hypocholesterolemic effects of oat and bean products.
Oat and bean products, which contain large amounts of water-soluble fiber, are particularly effective hypocholesterolemic agents. Recent experiments with human subjects using these products as supplements to the diet are reviewed. High-carbohydrate, high-fiber diets offer a nutritious, economical, and readily accepted means to reduce serum cholesterol.
Anderson
J W
JW
Medical Service, Veterans Administration Medical Center, Lexington, KY.
Gustafson
N J
NJ
D000328:Adult; D002784:Cholesterol / Q000097:blood*; D004043:Dietary Fiber / Q000494:pharmacology*; D002523:Edible Grain; D007887:Fabaceae; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006937:Hypercholesterolemia / Q000178:diet therapy; D008297:Male; D010946:Plants, Medicinal
D004043:Dietary Fiber; D002784:Cholesterol