Cholesterol
Cholesterol, a waxy, fat-like substance, is naturally present
in cell walls or membranes everywhere in the body. Your body uses cholesterol to
produce many hormones, vitamin D, and the bile acids that help to digest fat.
Cholesterol is an essential chemical for brain and muscle function.
LDL-cholesterol is often called the "bad" cholesterol. For this type
of test, your doctor will ask you to fast for 9 to 12 hours before the test. LDL
is also referred to as "bad" cholesterol because it is the form of
this fat that is linked to heart disease. HDL is referred to as " good
cholesterol " because it helps remove LDL cholesterol from the blood. LDL
is most often referred to as the "bad" cholesterol whereas HDL is
knows the "good" cholesterol. If you have too
much cholesterol in your bloodstream, the excess may be deposited in the
arteries of the heart, which could lead to heart disease.
Pre Disposing Factors
1. Smoking
2. Stress
3. Obesity
4. Excess use of stimulants
5. Contraceptives
6. Fiber deficiency
Supplements that May Help
Supplements
Property of Supplements
Hawthorn Heart
Planetary Herbals Formula
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Rich in flavonoids and procyanidins,
hawthorn’s primary activity is its unique ability to both increase
coronary blood flow and increase the contractile strength of the heart,
making for a stronger, more efficient heartbeat |
Jiao Gu Lan
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Adaptogenic
properties |
Hawthorn
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Helps maintain normal electrical rhythm
of the heart |
Garlic
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Beneficial for circulation |
Cholestrex
Formula
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Preliminary scientific evidence suggests
that certain fibers, niacin, beta-sitosterol and other nutrients
may help to support cholesterol wellness when consumed as part of a low
cholesterol and low fat dietary program |
Psyllium
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The combination of psyllium and oat bran
may also be effective at lowering LDL cholesterol |
Triphala Gold
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Triphala when utilize for a long period may
help in weight reduction. It gently stimulates the intestinal walls and
restores tone to the colon, thus helping in the elimination process,
providing a colon cleansing effect. Triphala also improves blood
circulation, and may lower blood pressure. Diabetes, may also want to
review this herb, as research shown that Triphala helps to reduce blood
glucose levels. |
References:
http://www.planetaryherbals.com/products/GP1531/
http://www.sourcenaturals.com/products/GP1067/
Your Health Under Siege by Jeffery Bland
Food Intolerance by Robert Buist
Nutrition and Mental Illness by Carl Pfeiffe
Little Herb Encyclopedia by Ritchardson
The Missing Link to Radiant Health by Santillo
Healthy Healing by Page
Chinese applications of Herbal Medicine by Barney
Total Health Magazine
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