NATURAL SOLUTIONS TO LOWER ITS LEVEL
Between good and bad cholesterol, food supplements based on active ingredients such as red yeast rice can be effective in reducing the bad rate.
Cholesterol is a natural lipid that your body needs. However, it is recommended to regularly check its level. In case of excess, discover all the natural solutions to lower it effectively.
Cholesterol is a lipid molecule, in other words a fatty molecule. It is naturally produced by the body and is essential for its proper functioning. Cholesterol plays two main roles in your body: structural on the one hand and functional on the other. " It enters into the composition of cell membranes and participates in the production of certain elements of the body such as vitamin D, corticosteroids, sex hormones ", explains Nathalie Ballesteros, doctor of pharmacy at Laboratoire Lescuyer.
Where do good and bad cholesterol come from?
HDL cholesterol is called “good cholesterol”. It circulates in the body, from the cells to the liver by attaching itself to molecules called “high density lipoproteins”. These evacuate the cholesterol deposit in the arteries: they are indeed responsible for bringing the excess to the liver so that it is eliminated.
It is recommended to have an HDL cholesterol level greater than 0.4 g/l in the blood.
" LDL cholesterol is characterized as 'bad cholesterol' because it is transported from the liver to other target tissue cells ", continues Nathalie Ballesteros. In excess, it accumulates on the arterial walls, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disorders . It is recommended to maintain an LDL cholesterol level below 1.6 g/l in the blood, in the absence of risk factors.
What are the solutions to quickly lower your cholesterol level?
Cholesterol is essential for the proper functioning of the body. However, it is advisable not to exceed an overall cholesterol level of 2 grams per liter of blood, in the absence of risk factor. Too high a level of "bad cholesterol" (LDL) is generally the direct result of a poor lifestyle, unbalanced eating habits and especially endogenous cholesterol (produced by the body).
Making the right food choices can already effectively lower your cholesterol level.
High cholesterol: foods to avoid
It is important to reduce as much as possible the consumption of saturated fats found in cold meats, cheeses, butter, meats, peanut/palm oils or in pastries.
Preferred diet
In case of excess bad cholesterol, a specific diet is required. Give pride of place to the fibers that you find in quantity in fruits and vegetables, legumes and whole grains.
By binding to cholesterol in the intestine, fiber facilitates its natural elimination. Consumed several times a week on a regular basis, they can even lead to a 5% drop in LDL cholesterol.
The best sources of monounsaturated fats :
- olive oil, rapeseed, hazelnut
- walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds...
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- fiber (cooked oat bran, soybeans, mango, grapefruit...
Red yeast rice is an effective active ingredient in maintaining normal cholesterol levels in the blood. You can find this ingredient easily in some dietary supplements .
Think of omega 3 (in fat possions) because they contribute to cardiovascular balance. Studies have shown that eating fish once or twice a week reduces cardiovascular disorders.
To effectively and safely lower your cholesterol levels, however, it is particularly advisable to discuss the correct course of action with your doctor. Anti-cholesterol treatment is systematically associated with a diet.
