7 Foods that Can Help Increase Your Lifespan

Oats

Oats are effective at lowering LDL cholesterol to help prevent atherosclerosis, strokes and heart attacks. Oats contain a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan. As oats are digested, the beta-glucan dissolves into a thick gel which binds to cholesterol in the gastrointestinal tract. The cholesterol is then excreted along with the fibre. When cholesterol levels in the gut are lowered, the body removes cholesterol from the bloodstream to aid in digestion. Beta glucan also lowers the risk for type 2 diabetes by helping to stabilize blood sugar levels.