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Natural
Herbal Alternative Remedies & Treatments for Lowering Cholesterol |
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Cholesto-Rite:
Like high blood pressure and high blood sugar levels, high
levels of LDL cholesterol are recognized as symptoms of
imbalance in the system. Naturopaths recognize that the whole
system and not just the symptoms should be treated. Research has demonstrated that a combination of natural remedies, regular exercise and dietary changes can make a significant difference to LDL levels and reduce or even eliminate the need for prescription drugs. |
| Diseases associated with high cholesterol
(and fats) are the number one killer. Fats also play a key
role in the incidence of cancers and many other degenerative
diseases. Cholesterol exists only in animal tissues,
therefore, one's diet is an important first step in its
control. For some people, however, limiting fat and
cholesterol intake alone is not enough to reduce serum
cholesterol to safe levels because of their own liver's
production of excess cholesterol. The use of supplements to
augment dietary modification can help reduce cholesterol
without the side effects of many drugs. The effectiveness of any cholesterol-reduction therapy varies considerably between individuals. The nutrients we recommend have not only been shown to lower cholesterol, but also protect against cardiovascular disease by other mechanisms such as inhibition of cholesterol-oxidizing free radicals and abnormal blood clots inside arteries (thrombosis). The following nutritional supplements offer synergistic benefits to assist dietary modification to reduce total serum cholesterol and elevate HDL cholesterol: POLICOSANOL FIBER CHITOSAN NIACIN ARTICHOKE EXTRACT GARLIC CURCUMIN, Gugulipid GREEN TEA EXTRACT, PERILLA OIL Vitamin E, SOY PROTEIN EXTRACT, SELENIUM, HERBAL CARDIOVASCULAR FORMULA Caution: Anyone who is seeking to use dietary supplements to lower high cholesterol must verify efficacy by having a cholesterol blood test 45 to 60 days after initiating a nutritional regimen. If supplements fail to work, cholesterol-lowering drugs should be considered. While blood testing is not mandatory for healthy people seeking to reduce their risk of heart attack or stroke, it is recommended that everyone have an annual blood test to establish a benchmark giving you the ability to monitor and optimize your life extension program. |
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Cinnamon for high cholesterol (June 2004) Adding a dash of cinnamon to coffee, cereal, or toast may help control blood sugar and cholesterol, according to a December 2003 study. Researchers at the Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center in Maryland teamed with Pakistani researchers to compare cinnamon capsules with placebo pills in 60 people with the most common type of diabetes. After 40 days, those taking cinnamon reduced their blood sugar and triglycerides (a fat in the blood) by an average of about 25 percent and their “bad” LDL cholesterol by nearly 20 percent compared with the control group. Earlier research had shown that an ingredient in cinnamon—found in powdered and capsule forms but not in oils—increases cells’ sensitivity to insulin, which regulates the metabolism of sugar and fat and thus helps control the LDL level. Because a small dose worked as effectively as larger ones, the researchers say that you need to consume only 1 gram (slightly less than half a teaspoon) or possibly less to reap the benefits. And you probably don’t need to eat it every day: The improvements lasted up to three weeks after people stopped taking it. CITATIONS Khan, A, et al. “Cinnamon improves glucose and lipids of people with type 2 diabetes,” Diabetes Care, December 2003, pp. 3215-8 |
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Citric Fruits - A Healthy Food By John Roberts New studies suggested once again that citric fruits including oranges, tangerines, and grapefruits help fight cancer, high cholesterol, and obesity. Studies both at Texas A&M University and Kanazawa Medical University in Japan showed that compounds in citric fruits can help reduce the risk of colon cancer. Researchers at Texas A&M University found that freeze-dried grapefruit, similar to the whole grapefruit, can reduce the incidence of early colon cancer lesions in animals. The Japanese researchers found anti-colon cancer properties in nobiletin - a compound found in tangerines. Grapefruit can also reduce the risk of cancer caused by smoking. A study on the cancer prevention was done by the researchers at the University of Hawaii. The researchers found that drinking 6 ounces of grapefruit juice a day reduces the activity of a liver enzyme that is thought to activate toxic chemicals in the smoke. On another front, scientists from the USDA and a Canadian company isolated a compound - polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs) - from orange and tangerine peels that can actually lower cholesterol in animals. They found that use of food containing 1% PMFs can lower cholesterol by 32 to 40%. Grapefruits also promote weight loss. Researchers at Scripps Clinic in San Diego found that grapefruit may trigger weight loss by lowering insulin levels, an excess of which is linked to weight gain. Effect of grapefruits on weight loss was confirmed in humans. An early study by the same researchers confirmed that eating grapefruit or drinking juice with meal can help the obese lose weight. Even the interaction of grapefruit juice with drugs, a bad trait for grapefruit, has been explored. Researchers at Texas A&M Citrus Center studied the interaction between grapefruit compounds and drugs in hopes that this interaction can be taken advantage of to increase bioavailability of drugs in humans. These studies were presented in the American Chemical Society Annual Meeting being held in Pennsylvania during Aug. 22 through 26. About The Author John Roberts is a freelance writer for http://www.foodconsumer.com. This article was originally published at http://foodconsumer.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=1241 kontact@foodconsumer.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/ |
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| Natural Supplements for Lowering High Cholesterol | ||
| Nearly 107 million Americans
have total cholesterol of 200 mg/dL or higher, a level at
which cardiovascular risk begins to rise. There are many prescription drugs available for lowering cholesterol such as Lipitor, Mevacor, and Zocor. Research has shown that natural supplements may be as effective as these drugs. These supplements include: Niacinimide- Doctors often recommend Niacinimide after placing patients on prescription drugs, but this vitamin may lower LDL cholesterol by itself. *Niacin (nicotinic acid) comes in prescription form and as "dietary supplements." IMPORTANT NOTE: If your doctor has prescribed Niacin (nicotinic acid) in prescription form dietary supplement niacin must not be used as a substitute for prescription niacin. It should not be used for lowering cholesterol because of potential very serious side effects. Red Yeast Rice- Contains a naturally occurring form of lovastatin and can reduce total and LDL cholesterol. Turmeric- Studies have shown that turmeric by itself can lower LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol. Guggul- Can reduce atherosclerotic plaque while lowering LDL cholesterol. It also supports overall circulatory health. These supplements have been shown to lower cholesterol and can be used in conjunction with any prescription medications or by themselves. A doctors approval would be recommended if you are currently taking medication.
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Solaray Cholesterol Blend Sp-31 - 100 Capsules Source Naturals Policosanol Cholesterol - 90 Tablets Futurebiotics Cholesterol Balance - 90 Capsules TwinLab Cholesterol Success - 60 Wafers TestMedica Cholesterol Home Scan, 1 Kit Solgar's Cholesterol Support 60Tabs ProFibe 380gm Clinically Proven To Help Lower Cholesterol Cholesterol: Contributes to the effective management of Cholesterol Cholesterol Aid: A potent synergy of unique natural ingredients. |
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