The Soy Effect. Soy-derived ingredients are increasingly found in skin care products, usually as genistein, a soy isoflavone. There are good reasons why some moisturizers and night creams include soy isoflavones: they brighten the skin, decrease redness, boost collagen production and improve skin tone.
Foods that can help lower cholesterol. 1  A variety of whole- and multi-grain products, such as bran and oats. 2  Fatty fishes, such as salmon, mackerel and albacore tuna. 3  Foods rich in antioxidants, such as fruits and vegetables.  Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as avocado, flax seeds, olive oil and canola oil.
You need five to 10 grams of soluble fiber daily to lower your cholesterol, according to the Mayo Clinic. They recommend eating one-and-a-half cups of oatmeal every morning. Oat bran supplements may also be helpful for lowering cholesterol. But keep in mind that high quantities of fiber can cause gas and bloating.