Lower your Cholesterol

Lower your cholesterol without the use of drugs by following some basic steps that will not only lower your cholesterol readings, but also improve your health today and in the future. How many times have you used a prescription drug and hoped it will magically cure whatever made us ill. Prescription drugs for lowering cholesterol may some long term side effects.

In the long run, high cholesterol can lead to numerous conditions of the heart and arteries, not the least of which are atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), stroke or even a heart attack.

Here are some steps to lower your cholesterol without using prescription drugs:

Eat right - Easy, isn't it? The right diet has such a significant impact on lowering cholesterol that it should be the number one factor to look  A low fat and low cholesterol diet is the first step toward lowering cholesterol.

Exercise - Cardiovascular training is a step toward reversing the effects of high cholesterol. Exercise itself doesn't directly lower cholesterol, but will strengthen the heart and entire circulatory system.

Quit smoking today - Every time you inhale smoke, the plaque build up in the arteries and the dangers of high cholesterol increases. When plaque blocks the flow of blood to the heart, the muscle has to work harder to get oxygen. This can lead to a heart attack and if the arteries get completely blocked with plaque from high cholesterol a stroke can occur.

Relax more - Chronic stress definitely affects your cholesterol levels. Even though you may be eating a low cholesterol diet, you may not see any improvement in cholesterol readings until you learn to relieve stress by changing your lifestyle. 

 

Not all doctors are quick to prescribe medications, in fact, the more enlightened doctors will help you form a diet and exercise plan that is suitable for your current overall health and abilities as a first step toward lowering cholesterol.

Always ask your doctor if your specific diet or exercise plan you want to follow is right for you. Remember - do not stop taking medication before consulting with your doctor. First see how the exercise and diet affects your cholesterol before cutting down on the medication.

 

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