Which food was one of the first recognized for its ability to reduce blood cholesterol and the risk of heart disease?

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Oatmeal was one of the first recognized foods that could reduce blood cholesterol and the risk of heart disease. It contains a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan that helps to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels in the body. The FDA even approved a health claim stating that consuming oatmeal daily, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, can reduce the risk of heart disease.

Which Food Was One of the First Recognized for Its