High cholesterol is a health concern affecting millions of people in the United States. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, about 71 million individuals in the country
While the body needs cholesterol to function properly, excessive levels, especially of LDL cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein)
Fortunately, besides medications, there are natural ways to help manage cholesterol, such as incorporating certain drinks into your diet.
Green tea is widely recognized for its health benefits. While it's mainly associated with a metabolism boost, various studies have also shown its ability to reduce LDL cholesterol levels and total cholesterol.
However, no significant influence of green tea on increasing HDL cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein), known as the "good" cholesterol, has been found.
Kathy McManus, director of nutrition at Brigham and Women's Hospital, supports this idea, noting that there is limited but promising evidence on the effect of green tea on cardiovascular risk factors, according to Harvard Health