How to reduce Cholesterol through Ayurveda ?
Cholesterol is used by the body for numerous actions, including building cell membranes, synthesizing vitamin D, hormones, and bile acids. It is a lipid that circulates in the bloodstream and there are two type of cholesterol, and you have probably already heard about them, and they are
LDL (Low
Density Lipid) – which is
the "bad" cholesterol and can stick to arterial walls and
create blockages that result in irregular
Blood Pressure, Clots, Strokes and
Heart attacks. It becomes more dangerous when LDL
is converted into a toxic form of oxidized LDL by oxygen free radicals in the
blood and it may occur in a person with low LDL too.
- HDL (High Density Lipid) - which is the “good” and it actually help in protecting you from heart disease
In Ayurveda, certain herbs, treatments, lifestyle and remedies can help lower high cholesterol, these are
- Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water daily
- Garlic helps in lowering cholesterol, prevent blood clots, reduce blood pressure and protect against infections, having two to three garlic cloves a day can break down bad cholesterol and free it from the arterial walls.
- Turmeric has a protective action on the heart, it helps in lowering the levels of LDL cholesterol and in cutting down on the build-up of plaque on the walls of the arteries. Adding a pinch of turmeric powder to the curries and vegetable preparations or with hot Milk are the best ways to ensure to get your daily dose of this powerful herb.
- Ginger also helps to cut back on your cholesterol levels. You can take ginger tea to help fight sore throats and control cholesterol, or you can add it to your food to obtain the same cholesterol lowering effects
- Holy Basil or Tulsi Leaves is a magical herb which not help in managing cholesterol levels but also useful in reducing your blood sugar, toxins and in counteracting stress
- Cinnamon can help to lower your triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and even your blood sugar .It should be taken in small amounts
- Guggul or Commiphora wightii There are several products made from Guggul that helps to reduce high cholesterol however such product should be used only after medical advice
- Arjuna or Terminalia Arjuna dissolves cholesterol from the arteries, however such products should be used only after medical advice
- Eat lot of Astringent foods which includes pulses or dried beans, vegetables, such as the cruciferous family (broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower) and fruits such as apples and pears
- Include Bitter foods in your diet, all sorts of leafy greens, including spinach and mustard greens. When cooked and seasoned with spices, these greens help cleanse the bowel, which helps prevent bad cholesterol from accumulating in the body
- Reduce intake of dairy products as they are rich in saturated fatty acids and dietary cholesterol.
- Regular Physical Exercises for 30 minutes a day like walking or swimming or cycling helps in Cholesterol management
"Please note, this information and resource’ on this Site is for informative use only, and is not intended to serve as a
replacement of any medical treatment. Every attempt has been made for accuracy,
but it cannot be completely guaranteed and effect of above suggestion may vary from
person to person and discretion should be applied. If you have any serious
health concerns, you should always check with your health care practitioner
before self-administering herbs or before any lifestyle changes"
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