Cholesterol can be both a good and bad substance in the body, depending on levels and which kind. Cholesterol helps digest dietary fats, produce hormones, build cell walls, and aid with other bodily functions. Cholesterol is carried through the bloodstream to the body’s tissues, where it is used, stored, or excreted, depending on the body’s needs. Cholesterol is referred to as lipoproteins, which can be either good or bad for your health. Some lipoproteins can cause blood flow to the heart to slow down, which can lead to the heart muscle becoming starved of oxygen, resulting in chest pain known as angina. Blood clots that fully block coronary arteries can also occur, causing heart attacks (myocardial infarction) or death.
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Cholesterol Support Benefits:
*Lowers LDL while increasing HDL levels
*Supports blood flow & circulation
*Combats heart disease, heart attack & stroke
*Maintains healthy arteries
Cholesterol – The Good & The Bad
The good lipoproteins are called high-density lipoprotein (HDL), which helps to keep blood flowing freely and combats blockage of the arteries. The bad lipoproteins are known as low-density lipoprotein (LDL), which can have serious negative impacts on health, as high levels of LDL cause fatty acid deposits to build up in the arteries, which decreases blood flow and increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. High levels of LDL is an indicator of heart attack risk.
Cholesterol Support
There are a number of nutritional supplements that are able to lower cholesterol. Omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial to overall heart health by helping to decrease LDL while increasing HDL levels. Selenium is a mineral that helps with cholesterol health issues. Selenium is only required in small amounts, but if the body experiences selenium deficiency there is a danger of heart disease. Green tea and policosanol are recognized for their ability to both lower LDL and raise HDL, while artichoke leaf extract can help by limiting the synthesis of cholesterol in the body.
Healthy Arteries & Blood Flow
Inositol, a form of niacin, is a B complex vitamin that stimulates the elimination of fats from the liver. Vitamin E helps to prevent the accumulation of cholesterol plaque in the linings of the arteries, preventing the process of inflammation and tightening of the arteries that enable heart attacks and strokes. Ginkgo biloba is able to improve circulatory problems by increasing blood flow and acting as a blood thinner, reducing the risk of blood clots due to plaque build-up on blood vessel walls.