National Cholesterol Month
October is National Cholesterol Month. Too much cholesterol in your blood can lead to a build-up in your arteries, which increases your risk of having a heart attack. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet that is low in saturated fat and high in fibre is a good way to keep your cholesterol healthy. We’ve put together some tips and recipe suggestions that are great to help keep your heart healthy.
![Baked granola with raisins, banana and peanut butter, top voew, copy space. Baked granola with raisins, banana and peanut butter. Plant based diet food.](https://heritagefinefoods.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/AdobeStock_234157666-scaled-500x500.jpeg)
Bircher Muesli with Apple & Banana
Prep time: 5 mins
Chill time: Several hours
Serves 2
If warm porridge is not your thing, you could try starting your day with Bircher. Bircher is made by soaking oatmeal overnight in yogurt and adding fruit, nuts and/or seeds. Soaking oats and seeds overnight make them easier to digest, and the muesli will be extra creamy. Great for a quick breakfast straight from the fridge.
Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
![Bowl of chili con carne Bowl of chili con carne](https://heritagefinefoods.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/AdobeStock_225338349-scaled-500x500.jpeg)
Vegetable & Bean Chilli
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 35 mins
Serves 4
This healthy veggie chilli makes for a quick and satisfying supper, crammed with pulses and colourful fresh vegetables.
Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
![Homemade vegan lentil soup with vegetables, bread and cilantro, white wooden background. Homemade vegan lentil soup with vegetables and cilantro, white wooden background, top view. Indian vegetarian cuisine.](https://heritagefinefoods.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/AdobeStock_237927013-scaled-500x500.jpeg)
Indian Winter Soup
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 30 mins
Serves 4-6
This warming winter soup is high in fibre, low in fat and can be frozen for ultimate convenience.
Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
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Chicken with Cannellini Bean and Tomato Sauce
Cook time: 30 mins
Serves 4
A budget-busting pantry staple, fibre-packed cannellini beans get a kick from salty capers and fiery chilli.
Source: Taste, find the recipe here
![Homemade pie with pears and almond flour on dark background. Homemade pie with pears and almond flour on dark background.](https://heritagefinefoods.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/AdobeStock_301789569-scaled-500x500.jpeg)
Pear and Almond Flan
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 40 mins
Serves 6
The pear and almonds are a simple combination that gives a wonderful flavour. Perfect for parties or cosy days at home.
Source: Heart UK, find the recipe here