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High Cholesterol
Overview
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance which is found among the lipids (fats) in the bloodstream and in all your body's cells. It is a very important part of a healthy body because it is used to form cell membranes, some hormones and is needed for other functions. But a high level of cholesterol in the blood hypercholesterolemia is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease, which leads to heart attack.
Featured Remedy
High Cholesterol To reduce cholesterol levels, boil 10 pieces of cinnamon sticks (2.5cm each) in 5 teacups of water. Add a tablespoon of honey and drink hot.
Ingredients
High Cholesterol
Cinnamon sticks
Honey
Precautions
High Cholesterol
Foods rich in cholesterol and saturated fats should be reduced to the smallest amount. These foodstuffs are eggs, organic meats, cheese, butter, bacon, beef, and whole milk.
Almost all foods of animal origin, as well as two vegetable oils, namely, coconut and palm, are high in saturated fats and these must be replaced by polyunsaturated fats such as corn, sunflower, soyabean, and sesame oils.
Individuals with high blood cholesterol level must drink at least eight to ten glasses of water every day, as copious drinking of water arouses the excretory activity of the skin and kidneys. This in turn makes possible elimination of excessive cholesterol from the system.
Regular physical exercise also plays a significant role in lowering cholesterol. It also supports circulation and helps maintain the blood flow to every part of the body. Jogging or brisk walking, swimming, bicycling, and playing badminton are outstanding forms of exercise.
Other Remedies
High Cholesterol
Boil a piece of garlic in a glassful of milk. Drink it. This will reduce the cholesterol and take care of cardiac pains. Continue this for few days before the method begins to show its effects.
You can also drink coriander in water everyday. It will help in reduction of cholesterol in the body. This regime must be continued for about a month. Then the cholesterol levels must be checked again.
Take 10-12 tablespoons of apple juice, add equal amounts of (5-6 tablespoons) vinegar extracted from apple and grape juice into it. This health drink is very effective in reducing high cholesterol and purifies blood.
Another useful remedy for lowering cholesterol is sunflower seed. It contains useful chemicals like linoleic acid. This acid helps in decreasing the level of cholesterol around the blood capillaries and helps in normal blood circulation in the body.
Mix a small amount of olive oil in green leafy salads. Olive oil is very good for heart and proper functioning of the body system. It is very effective in reducing the high level of cholesterol.
All advice is intended to be for informational purposes only, and not a substitute for professional or medical advice and/or diagnosis/treatment. DesiDieter does not provide medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice from a qualified healthcare provider.
