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What Types Of Treatments Are There For High Cholesterol?


The main aim of cholesterol lowering treatment is to reduce the LDL level so as to lower the risk of developing the heart disease. Cholesterol levels can be lowered by two ways which are Therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC) and drug treatment. TLC includes the level of cholesterol lowering diet also called as TLC diet, regular physical activity and managing the weight of the body. Drugs such as niacin, bile acid sequestrants and fibric acid are used along with TLC treatment which helps to lower the amount of LDL. Consumption of onion and the onion juice helps in lowering high cholesterol level thereby refining the blood and maintaining proper supply of blood to the heart. Jetun oil also known as olive oil is one of the best oil for heart patients. Drink plenty of water throughout the day since water helps in reducing the amount of high cholesterol. Mild exercise and walk burns extra calories of the body thus reducing the high cholesterol level. Garlic proves to be beneficial in lowering the cholesterol. Cereals and corn flakes should be taken with milk during breakfast and are a good source of energy and plays an important role in lowering excess of high cholesterol. Patients suffering from heart disease should eat plenty of green leafy vegetables as it contains lot of fiber in it which helps in lowering cholesterol and also reduces high blood pressure. 

 

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