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In Sardinia, one of the Blue Zones regions famous for its inhabitants’ longevity, simple minestrone is a dietary staple. It’s the kind of delicious, practical lunch people enjoy regularly, built around beans, vegetables, and whatever is in season. Minestrone is easy. Start with a broth and then just start throwing plants in. The more, the…

Inspired by a memorable salad I had in Ikaria’s Blue Zone last summer, this fresh salad combines rich smoked salmon with bursts of sweet pomegranate, all tied together with a tangy honey mustard dressing. Salad Ingredients: Honey Mustard Dressing Ingredients: Instructions: This is the smoked salmon I use from TJs:

Here are the some of the top cholesterol-lowering foods: SMASH fish (Salmon, Mackerel, Anchovies, Sardines, Herring): Packed with heart-healthy EPA omega-3s to raise HDL “good” cholesterol and lower triglycerides. Aim for 2 servings/week. Walnuts: ¼ cup/day can reduce LDL particle count and improve LDL particle size. Pairs well with blueberries + dark chocolate for extra…

Miracle noodles (or shirataki noodles) are made from konjac, which is rich in glucomannan, a type of soluble fiber that binds bile acids in your gut and directly helps lower LDL cholesterol. Research shows that getting 3 grams of glucomannan per day can reduce LDL cholesterol by 10% in a matter of weeks. In just…