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Cholesterol is a soft, waxy, fat-like substance found naturally in animal products, such as meat and dairy foods. There are 2 types of cholesterol, Low density lipoproteins or LDL (bad cholesterol) and high density lipoproteins HDL (good cholesterol). The needed cholesterol plays an important part in the formation of sex hormones and proper nerve and brain function.
Home Remedies for the treatment of cholesterol
Simple home remedy for cholesterol using sunflower seeds are valuable in lowering high blood cholesterol. They contain a substantial quantity of linoleic acid which is the fat helpful in reducing cholesterol deposits on the walls of arteries. Substituting sunflower seeds for some of the solid fats like butter and cream will, therefore, lead to great improvement in health.
How to get rid of cholesterol - Getting rid of cholesterol
Mix 1 tsp. of roasted chicory root.
1 tsp. of lime flowers.
½ tsp. of fenugreek seeds.
½ tsp. of ginger rhizome.
1 quart of water.
Boil all ingredients, let it cool, strain. Drink 2 cups a day. This will help in reducing cholesterol.
Good home remedy for cholesterol - With a fast life we are living today, doctors recommend bran cereals or corn flakes to be taken with milk during breakfast. These corn flakes are good source of energy and plays vital role in the lowering of the excess level of cholesterol.
To reduce cholesterol levels : Boil 10 pieces of cinnamon sticks (2.5cm each) in 5 teacups of water. Add a tablespoon of honey and drink hot.
Homemade recipes for cholesterol
Effective home remedy for cholesterol - Take 10-12 tablespoons of apple juice, add equal amount of (5-6 tablespoons) vinegar extracted from apple and grape juice into it. This health drink is very effective in reducing high cholesterol and purifies blood.
Herbal home remedy for cholesterol - Onion juice reduces cholesterol level and works as a tonic. It cleans blood, helps digestive system, cures insomnia and regulates the heart action & helps in lowering cholesterol. This is a good and simple home remedy for cholesterol.
Natural home remedy for cholesterol - They also aid in stimulating the kidneys. In 1 glass of water, add 2 tbsps of coriander seeds and bring to a boil. Let the decoction cool for some time and then strain. Drink this mixture two times in a day. Coriander seeds are considered valuable in lowering blood cholesterol.
Diet and fitness tips for cholesterol
Eat green leafy vegetable, fiber rich food.
Eat 1-2 apples daily.
Eat Garlic or take 1 capsule twice a day. It lowers LDL cholesterol level in 12% and increases HDLs.
15 Almonds 16 and Walnuts 17 are also effective to lower cholesterol.
Eat one cup of walnuts everyday.
You can also drink coriander in water everyday. It will help in the reduction of cholesterol in the body.
Yogasanas like ardhamatsyaendrasana, shalabhansan, padmasana and vajrasana are also useful in lowering blood cholesterol.
HERBAL REMEDIES and ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
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