Researchers uncover a genetic link between inflammation, body fat, and low HDL cholesterol—a risk factor for heart disease. But, even if you have this genetic predisposition, you can still protect your heart health. Here’s how. Read More »
Cholesterol Control
Cholesterol is our friend! It is not evil or dangerous. In fact it is essential to life. It is used by our body for many important functions. But when our cholesterol level becomes too high or out of balance, trouble can be on the horizon – but not for the reasons we have been led to believe. And medications used by conventional doctors to control cholesterol levels – namely statin drugs – have some potentially debilitating side effects – muscle pain, cognitive problems and pain or numbness in the extremities (fingers and toes) being the most widely reported ones.
Fortunately, integrative physicians and research study groups have found some very effective and safe natural healing approaches to getting cholesterol levels back in balance. These will not only bring the bad cholesterol down but will reduce inflammation and thus will benefit your body in multiple ways without negative side effects. These Cholesterol Control articles will give you a snapshot of those approaches.
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Low HDL Cholesterol—Inherited Disease is Not Your Destiny
• 05/17/2013
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6 Health Benefits of Aloe Vera Juice for Your Heart
• 05/01/2013
Aloe vera has long been used externally as an antiseptic to ease sunburns and unpleasant skin conditions such as psoriasis, but preliminary research shows aloe vera can help your body internally, too. Discover the 6 health benefits of aloe vera juice on your heart. Read More »
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Niacin for Cholesterol—Experts Are Far from Giving Up on This Effective Natural Treatment for High Cholesterol, and Neither Should You
• 04/26/2013
The consensus is that “niacin reduces cardiovascular disease events,” according to researchers. What about you? Should you be taking niacin for cholesterol? Read More »
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Dangers of Statins’ TV Ads: Patients Are Over-Diagnosed and Over-Treated
• 04/03/2013
A new study shows adults run out and ask their doctors for cholesterol-lowering prescriptions after watching TV commercials. And, despite the dangers of statins, this means more “low risk” patients are using the drugs. Read More »
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Oxidized Cholesterol & Vegetable Oils Identified as the Main Cause of Heart Disease
• 03/21/2013
Six decades of research summarized on oxidized cholesterol: Is the American Heart Association wrong about their recommendations to avoid foods high in cholesterol and use polyunsaturated fats, like vegetable oils? Read More »
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Olive Leaf Benefits: High Blood Pressure Supplement and More
• 03/19/2013
The olive leaf benefits are many; but as a high blood pressure supplement, the herbal extract has been shown to be as effective as the blood pressure medication Captopril. Oh, and it also naturally lowers cholesterol! Read More »
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Natural Berberine Supplements to Lower Cholesterol: More Effective and Better Tolerated Than Prescription Ezetimibe (Zetia)
• 03/11/2013
Two recent studies found berberine supplements to lower cholesterol are effective and safe. Read More »
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Natural Cholesterol Control in Men Over 40: Is Testosterone Replacement Therapy Right For You?
• 03/06/2013
For men with testosterone deficiency, testosterone replacement therapy can achieve natural cholesterol control and much more according to a new study. Read More »
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Paleo Diet Benefits Include Improved Cholesterol, Triglycerides, Blood Pressure, and Insulin Levels After Only 10 Days
• 03/04/2013
Paleo diet benefits emerge once again in a study showing improved lipid profiles, lower blood pressure and improved insulin sensitivity after only 10 days. Read More »
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How to Lower Cholesterol without Medication or Even Changing Your Diet
• 02/28/2013
This study shows exercise alone is enough to significantly lower cholesterol without medication, even if it doesn’t lead to much weight loss and you don’t change your diet. Read More »
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Top Cholesterol-Lowering Vitamins and Supplements
• 02/15/2013
Are you searching for natural alternatives to statin drugs to fix your high cholesterol woes? Look no further! These cholesterol-lowering vitamins and supplements are among the top natural remedies. Read More »
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“Grade A” Vitamins for Cholesterol: 3 of the Best-Researched Cholesterol-Lowering Vitamins and Supplements
• 02/15/2013
Which 3 cholesterol-lowering vitamins and supplements are given an “A” by Natural Standard, meaning there is strong evidence to support their effectiveness? Read More »
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Niacin Among Top Vitamins for Cholesterol with a 60-Year Track Record Proving It Works
• 02/06/2013
Have you ever questioned if natural therapies actually work? The dietary supplement niacin may help persuade you! For over 60 years, this remarkable nutrient has been helping patients achieve normal cholesterol levels. Read More »
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L-Carnitine Benefits: Combat Statins’ Muscle Pain
• 01/31/2013
For people taking statins, muscle pain is an unfortunate side effect. But, research shows L-carnitine benefits those individuals who suffer with muscle pain caused by the use of the cholesterol-lowering drugs. Read More »
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Cholesterol in Eggs, Facts Replace Common Myths and Prove Eggs’ Many Benefits
• 01/23/2013
Is it ever a good idea to eat high cholesterol foods? Despite the cholesterol in eggs, recent research is causing many doctors to put eggs back on their breakfast plates. Read More »
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Eggs and Cholesterol: The Good and Not So Good of Eating Eggs and Other Foods High in Cholesterol
• 01/23/2013
Are foods high in cholesterol like eggs really bad for you? Before you decide to take eggs and cholesterol-rich foods completely out of your diet, be sure to read this. Read More »
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4 Big Cholesterol Myths – How To Correctly View Your Cholesterol Numbers
• 01/09/2013
What if much of what you know about your cholesterol numbers and heart disease risk is wrong? That is a great question and one that more people should be asking. Learn what the truth is and how it affects you. Read More »
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Coronary Artery Calcium Score: The Best Way to Know if You Have Early Atherosclerotic Heart Disease
• 01/04/2013
A $99 Calcium Score Screening Test outperforms other tests as a true indicator of early coronary artery disease, or atherosclerotic heart disease. Read More »
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Standard vs. Advanced Cholesterol Readings – Outdated Myths Dominate Mainstream Medicine
• 12/27/2012
50 percent of people suffering from heart attacks have “normal” LDL cholesterol readings based on the standard testing. Find out how to know your true heart attack risk with advanced cholesterol testing. Read More »
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What is Cholesterol and Why is the Current Standard Thinking Wrong?
• 12/27/2012
Even doctors sometimes give an incorrect answer to the question, “What is cholesterol?” by making the assumption that cholesterol is a type of fat. But, it’s not. Learn why outdated myths still dominate cholesterol theory. Read More »
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How to Lower LDL Naturally? One of Multiple Turmeric Benefits!
• 12/17/2012
Turmeric benefits your body in more ways than one! Besides lowering LDL cholesterol numbers, it also prevents cholesterol’s dangerous effects on your heart and blood vessels. Lean how to lower LDL naturally using this colorful spice. Read More »
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Too Many People Ignore the Number One (& Least Expensive) Treatment to Lower LDL Naturally
• 12/12/2012
It’s cheap, it’s easy, it’s totally safe and natural, and it’s proven to lower LDL naturally in more studies than just about any other natural treatment, so why aren’t more people taking advantage of this remedy for lowering cholesterol? Read More »
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Even If You Are “Healthy”, You can Still Have a Heart Attack: Symptoms of Heart Disease You Can’t Ignore!
• 12/11/2012
Do you live a healthy lifestyle by following a whole grain diet? Unfortunately, despite your actions to thwart a heart attack, your diet may do more harm than good. Learn why. Read More »
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Lipoprotein (a) and Your Cholesterol Numbers—Little Cholesterol Particle, Huge Risk!
• 12/06/2012
Conventional cholesterol tests don’t measure this high risk cholesterol particle, and that testing is absolutely critical if you have early heart disease. Learn how to measure (and lower) your own cholesterol numbers at home… Read More »
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The Brainiest Reason to Eat More Tomatoes—Lycopene Benefits Brain Health in More Ways than One
• 11/20/2012
New research shows this natural pigment in tomatoes not only lowers cholesterol and blood pressure, but it can reduce the chance of a stroke by up to 59%. Read More »
