Ways On How To Easily Lower Your Bad Cholesterol Using Natural Ways!
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Many people who have high cholesterol levels take statins which are drugs often prescribed by doctors to help lower cholesterol levels in the blood.
While they are effective, they can cause side effects, such as muscle aches, abdominal pain, nausea and/or vomiting, dizziness, difficulty to sleep, diarrhea or constipation and more.
If you'd rather want to choose a more natural way to lower your bad cholesterol, experts recommend taking Phytosterols.
What are phytosterols?
Phytosterol, also known as plant sterols, have received a lot of attention due to their heart healthy benefits.
It's chemical structure is similar to to cholesterol, but they are not produced by the human body cells, and their only source is the food we consume.
You can find them in very small quantities in fruits and vegetables, nuts and almonds, and in larger quantities in several types of grains (wheat, rye) and oils (such as sesame oil).
Studies have found that daily consumption of anywhere between 1.6 and 3 grams of phytosterols could lower your LDLcholesterol by anywhere between 4 and 15%.
How do they work?
Phytosterols inhibit cholesterol absorption from the gut and thus reduce the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL).
Phytosterols are considered safe to use, even for diabetics. In any case, you should consult with your doctor before taking them.
What is the daily recommended dosage?
Studies show that the typical Western diet contains about 150 mg to 350 mg of phytosterols per day. According to world health organizations, the recommended dosage is about 2 grams a day.
Other Ways To Lower Cholesterol
1. Eat heart-healthy foods
- Choose healthier fats and eliminate trans fats.
- Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
- Add whey protein. Whey protein is one of two proteins in dairy products — the other is casein.
2. Exercise on most days of the week and increase your physical activity
- Take a brisk daily walk during your lunch hour.
- Ride your bike to work.
- Swim in laps.
- Play your favorite sport.
3. Quit smoking
Within 20 minutes of quitting, your blood pressure and heart rate decrease. Within one year, your risk of heart disease is half that of a smoker. Within 15 years, your risk of heart disease is similar to someone who never smoked.
4. Lose weight
Losing as little as 5 to 10 percent of your weight can improve cholesterol levels.
5. Drink alcohol only in moderation
Too much alcohol can lead to serious health problems, including high blood pressure, heart failure and stroke.
Ways On How To Easily Lower Your Bad Cholesterol Using Natural Ways!
Reviewed by Admiin Artikulo
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July 31, 2019
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Reviewed by Admiin Artikulo
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July 31, 2019
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