Natural Ways to Reduce Cholesterol
Often times the right information can change a person’s life. Read this carefully and I hope it will help you.
Cholesterol is just one of the substances that the body can make on its own. Unfortunately, eating food that is high in oil and saturated fats creates an imbalance. If precautions are not taken now, the chances of a heart attack and other cardiovascular diseases get higher as the person ages.
Cholesterol is classified into two types. The first is called LDL or low-density lipoprotein. This is better known as bad cholesterol and having too much of it can cause problems in the health of an individual.
It is a good thing that the body can counter this with HDL or high-density lipoprotein, which is called good cholesterol. There must a balance between the two so that the heart, blood circulation and all the other systems are working.
The only way for the patient to know the levels in the body is through a blood test. Those who fall within 4.4 to 7.1 have a small chance of experiencing a heart attack. Any figure above that is bad and anything below means the risk are much lower.
The natural way to reduce cholesterol will be to do something physical everyday. A person can do brisk walking every other day while those in between can be working up some sweat in the gym while working on the weight machines.
Studies have shown that getting those muscles to work is much better and safer than taking prescription drugs that are known to have certain side effects when taken. The same goes for the use of food supplements since the human body needs exercise to keep in functioning.
Another natural way will be to eat right. This may mean changing one’s eating habits, but the long terms effects are rewarding. The individual will have to cut down on red meat, other oily foods and junk food. This includes bread, cake, candy bars, cookies, French fries and potato chips.
Changing the way food is cooked is also another way to reduce cholesterol naturally. Instead of frying, the person can try steaming, boiling or the quick way of throwing it in the microwave.
There was a time that doctors encourage children and adults to drink milk. Though this can help strengthen the bones as one ages, this too is has certain ingredients that are not safe. This should be changed for soy or non-fat milk that may taste a little different but is much healthier than the old one.
It is strongly encouraged to drink lots of water and natural fruit juice since it also has the properties that can reduce cholesterol just like eating it before it is mixed using the blender.
Unsweetened tea is also safe to drink. It may taste different so mixing a sachet of Equal or Nutrasweet can add some flavoring.
Watching the food and drinks being consumed is the best way to watch the cholesterol levels and improve the overall health of the person. The first blood test may show disturbing numbers but by exercising and watching your Diet, you’re sure to see some improvements soon.
It does not cost much to live a healthier lifestyle if you just make a little effort. This just proves that lowering the cholesterol can be done which is much better than ending up in the hospital with complications that can mean the life or death of the patient.
This information was a culmination from many different places and resources. You should never just believe one resource and you should study a subject from a few different perspectives. Now that you are armed with information on how to improve your health and lower your cholesterol, it’s now up to you to do something with it.
George Mello
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November 14th, 2009 at 2:32 pm
Are there any natural ways to reduce cholesterol?
i have a high amount of cholesterol and i cant take tablets everyday. Are there any ways i can eat a natural fruit or any kind of food which will naturally lower it>? thanks!
November 14th, 2009 at 7:34 pm
stop eating meat and/or animal products.
Animal products are the only places that you get cholesterol…so once you cut down or cut that out of your diet it will naturally lessen.
true stuff.
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November 14th, 2009 at 7:36 pm
The best way to lower cholesterol is to take the pills given to you by your cardiologist. Statins like Lipitor, Zocor, etc, ARE NATURAL. they are made from a certain type of yeast
Other ways include:
white fish
reduce alcohol and red meat consumption
foods high in calcium (all though not many tests have been done to confirm this one)
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November 14th, 2009 at 7:38 pm
Remember that cholesterol is a natural product made in your liver. It is an essential building block for new cells, which is an everday process. Without it, you couldn’t stay alive.
High fiber diets will lower the levels to a degree. Oat Bran, Metamucil, multi-grain breakfast foods, and breads/muffins. Eat more fish than red meat.
Over the counter, you can get Red Yeast from rice in a capsule form. No Rx and it is a source of statins you get from a doc, just a naturally produced one. You can’t tell how much you are getting, so results will vary on your cholestrol levels.
If the levels are still high, you will need to get statins from your doctor.
Remember, even vegetarians can have high cholesterol. It’s up to your liver. Diet can only do so much to help.
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November 14th, 2009 at 7:40 pm
Honey Nut !!!CHERRIO`S!!!
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November 14th, 2009 at 7:42 pm
You only can influence so much with changing your diet. Exercise helps a lot, it lowers your LDL, and boosts your HDL. Let yor vitamin level check. Most times you have to little B6 and B12, beside other essentiel vtamins and minerals. Talk to a good dietician who works with you and understands your daily business. Fact is, eat less, it is better for you. Fill up on fruit and vegetables.
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