Choosing the right foods goes a long way toward lowering cholesterol without medication; however, cholesterol lowering supplements can improve bad cholesterol levels dramatically. Let’s take a look at some of the best ways to lower cholesterol without medication.
- Try Policosanol; this nutrient comes from beeswax and raw cane sugar. Research shows that Policosanol has a dramatic lowering effect on bad (LDL) cholesterol levels, while increasing the “good” (HDL) cholesterol levels; it lowers triglycerides, and doesn’t raise the levels of blood sugar. An incredible nutrient.
- Lecethin Oil: Because of its high nutrient content, it raises the levels of HDL (“good”) cholesterol, and prevents you from absorbing dietary cholesterol. It also aids in detoxifying the liver, allowing it to function correctly (the liver can process fat from the bloodstream).
- D-Limonene: This fragrant ingredient is a natural scent compound often found in non-toxic personal care products; but D-Limonene, which is sourced from orange peels has been shown to reduce the levels of blood cholesterol, and to dissolve gallstones (which are composed of cholesterol).
- Pumpkin Seed Oil: The humble pumpkin’s oil is rich in essential fatty acids, which are hormonal building blocks; they also exhibit heart-healthy, anti-inflammatory properties, and may lower the amount of cholesterol that the liver produces. In addition, Pumpkin Seed Oil may enhance the effectiveness of other nutrients, such as Policosanol.
- Phytosterols are plant-based compounds which have structural similarity to cholesterol – and they possess the remarkable ability to decrease its absorption in the gut, because they compete for space, inhibiting absorption of cholesterol by as much as fifty percent!
- Brown Rice Bran aids in reducing cholesterol levels.
Look for these cholesterol lowering supplements. Combine them with foods that lower cholesterol for the best result.
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