Cholesterol is responsible for causing fatty deposits to harden and accumulate in the arteries. These fatty deposits harden to form a substance called plaque, which blocks the artery and prevents blood from flowing and reaching organs such as the brain. Blocked arteries are responsible for strokes and heart disease.
It is important to have a regular check up from your doctor and to have your cholesterol tested as well. Exercise and a diet consisting of lean, low-fat meats, vegetables and fruits are essential in the prevention of high cholesterol levels. Herbs like cayenne pepper and garlic help reduce cholesterol levels in the blood.
Garlic, cayenne pepper, flaxseed oil are herbs that can be consumed in their raw food form or as processed supplements in capsule or tablet form. Supplementing your diet with any herbs should only be ensued after careful consultation with your family physician. Even herbal supplements can interact with medication causing their effects to increase, decrease or remain neutral.
Use olive oil instead of butter or margarine made from vegetable oil. Eat more bran which is available in many foods like apples, oatmeal, breads and some cereals. Bran fiber can help lower cholesterol levels. Tomatoes have been shown by studies in European countries to be a significant factor in the prevention of heart disease. Diets, which include tomatoes are much more effective at lowering the risks of heart disease than those that do not include them.
Choose only lean meats and low-fat dairy products for meals. You can lower your cholesterol levels with proper diet and exercise. Herbs and diets can work together to prevent high cholesterol levels from becoming your next headache.
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