Reduce Cholesterol Naturally
January 28, 2010
Certain foods and herbs carry such chemicals which help in regulation of cholesterol. Here is briefing about how cholesterol can be naturally cured with the help of these nutrients.Fruits and Vegetables
Rich antioxidant compounds like omega 3 fatty acids, pterostilbene and sulphur found in various fruits and vegetables have been found to reduce cholesterol significantly. These foods include black soybeans, cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, pistachios, walnut, almonds, blueberries and olives.
These foods help in thinning of the blood and improve blood circulation. The high fat diet of Europeans is supposed to put them at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular problems. But the high content of antioxidant reservitol present in the red wine significantly reduces the risk and hence there very fewer cases of cardiovascular problems amongst them.
Similar advantage is achieved through oats and whole grains. Probiotics like Lactobacillus acidophilus have shown to prevent re-absorption of cholesterol inside the blood steam and help in its elimination from the body.
The sulphur present in garlic has shown to lower both LDL and serum cholesterol. Additionally, garlic has shown improvement in patients suffering from stroke.
Similarly, alfalfa, psyllium and capsicum must be consumed frequently in meals.
Remedies
Eating raw garlic clove early morning with warm water helps in reduction of cholesterol through better elimination.
Most of the body detoxification diets help in reduction of cholesterol in the body. Detoxification improves functioning of the liver, the organ which is responsible for metabolism of fat.
Change in cooking oil may just make all the difference. Olive oil, grape seed oil and coconut oil are good cooking oils for people with high cholesterol.
Beverage prepared from curd by addition of water helps in reducing cholesterol and improves blood flow. No salt or sugar should be added to it.
Extracts of alfalfa and aloe vera when taken everyday significantly reduce cholesterol.
Seafood provides ample amounts of omega 3 fatty acids and linoleic acids. Lean meats are better option instead of organ meat and red meats.
Supplemetation with fish oil capsules and vitamin A, C and E may also help but these should be taken only under supervision of a health care provider.
Regular exercise and healthy lifestyle are key components for controlling cholesterol.
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