Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD
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February 2011
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Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis · Feb 2011
Meta AnalysisNon-soy legume consumption lowers cholesterol levels: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Studies evaluating the effect of legume consumption on cholesterol have focused on soybeans, however non-soy legumes, such as a variety of beans, peas, and some seeds, are commonly consumed in Western countries. We conducted a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials evaluating the effects of non-soy legume consumption on blood lipids. ⋯ These results indicate that a diet rich in legumes other than soy decreases total and LDL cholesterol.