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High cholesterol is a disorder in which cholesterol level in the blood stream increases and blocks the coronary arteries. Due to this blockage, blood that passes to the heart is very low in quantity and hence causes heart diseases. Cholesterol is present in membranes or cell walls of the body and is really important for the growth of hormones. High cholesterol is very dangerous having no exact symptoms. However, people suffering from high cholesterol have some breathing problems, excess sweating, yellow patches under eyelid, excess deposition of cholesterol around cornea and general fatigue. Factors that lead to high cholesterol are aging, excess intake of fats, genes, high blood pressure or any mental stress. There are many home remedies that help to lower down the cholesterol level: -
Dietary remedies: -
Almonds are very effective for decreasing the level of high cholesterol. Regular use of these nuts can be very beneficial for heart patients.
Honey is a powerful cholesterol combatant. Intake of honey mixed in hot water and lime juice in early morning is good to control high cholesterol.
Beets and oats are excellent cholesterol killers. Beets are highly rich in flavonoids and carotenoids and prevent the formation of LDL or bad cholesterol. Taking raw oats and fresh beets is a good way to lower the cholesterol. Eating Walnuts is another remedy to reduce high cholesterol.
Diet rich in vitamin E like soybean oils, safflower & sunflower seeds, vitamin B6 like wheat gram & yeast are good for the proper circulation of blood. Water is useful to bring down high cholesterol level by enabling precise secretion from the body. Avoid fatty cheeses, butter and red meats. Eat healthy diet which is rich in fibers and low in fats. Soy proteins are good for those suffering from heart diseases, high cholesterol and cancers.
Herbal remedies: -
Cur cumin acts as a strong antioxidant and provides various health benefits. It is generally recommended for viral, inflammatory problems, high cholesterol, cancer and heart patients.
Guggul is a useful herbal treatment to control blood pressure problems. It helps in lowering cholesterol and triglycerides.
Policosanol and pantethine are effective herbal remedies that lower the bad cholesterol or LDL and raise the good cholesterol or HDL.
Garlic is of great use in treating cardiovascular diseases. It helps to maintain the regular blood flow. It can be taken by boiling it in a cup of milk. This type of milk is good for heart pains. One should consume coriander paste also by mixing in water to maintain cholesterol levels.
Some other ways: -
Hip bath with cold water on regular basis provides positive effects for cholesterol patients. Daily exercise or walking is one of the best and simple ways to deal with cholesterol ailments.
Many drugs or medicines are available in the market to treat various cholesterol disorders. This medication can be effective but at the same time adversely affects the body. These home remedies provide an excellent treatment to fix the cholesterol problems without any side effects.
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