05:51 PM, Saturday, August 05, 2023
I wrote – Yasmine El Sawy:
In some cases, cholesterol levels can be lowered without taking any medications, by eating a healthy diet, exercising and walking regularly, as well as avoiding tobacco and smoking products.
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Some may take nutritional supplements to lower cholesterol in the blood, and they produce good results, but there is no documented scientific evidence from the US Food and Drug Administration about the effectiveness of taking these supplements in controlling cholesterol.
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It is possible that some natural recipes play an important role in lowering cholesterol levels in the blood, according to the “Health Line” website.
Natural recipes to lower cholesterol without drugs
1- flax seeds
Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil contain high levels of alpha-linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 acid that protects against heart disease by lowering bad cholesterol in the body.
Also read: 3 healthy juices for patients with high cholesterol
2-garlic
Garlic has been a popular medicine over the years, whether it is eaten raw or cooked, and it is also included in many nutritional supplements, whether in the form of capsules or tablets.
Studies have shown that garlic helps lower high blood pressure, as well as lower cholesterol levels, when taken for 1-3 consecutive months.
3-Red yeast rice
Red yeast rice is a traditional Chinese remedy and an important ingredient in cooking. It contains a decent amount of monacolin K, which helps lower cholesterol.
4-Fish oil supplements
Research has shown that supplementing with omega-3 acids (fish oil) significantly reduces the risk of heart disease and heart attacks by lowering cholesterol levels. You can also eat fatty fish that contain these acids, such as salmon, tuna and sardines.
2023-08-05 14:52:38
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