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04:29 PM | 17-03-2021

How to reduce cholesterol?


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05:20 PM | 17-03-2021

Dear Parvez,

Let us begin by first understanding what is cholesterol. Cholesterol is a wax-like fatty substance that is produced by the liver. Cholesterol is produced to assist our body in building its cell membranes, many hormones like testosterone and estrogen, fat-dissolving bile acids and vitamin D. The body produces the amount of cholesterol that it needs for its functioning. The blood gets its cholesterol from two sources - one is produced by the liver and the intestines itself and the other source is any food that we consume, be it seeds, nuts, meat, poultry, dairy etc. Like with all other functions and components, our body has mechanisms to maintain the desired level of cholesterol. However, when our body is overloaded with toxins it is unable to eliminate excess cholesterol from the bloodstream. 

One can definitely reverse high levels of cholesterol to normal by adopting a natural lifestyle. We suggest you take a personal consultation with our Natural Health Coach who can understand your background better & give you an action plan. You can explore our Natural Health Coaching Program for the same. We will guide you on diet, sleep, exercise, stress, etc to correct your existing routine & make it in line with Natural Laws. Let us know if you are interested.  

In the meantime, we would like to guide you to a few resources that you may find useful:

  1. Read this blog - Cholesterol and triglycerides - the silent-killers

  2. Read inspiring stories of real people who got rid of cholesterol problem naturally

All the best!

Team Wellcure



02:07 PM | 22-03-2021

Hello Parvez,

Cholesterol is a substance that is present in our blood and is needed for the formation of healthy cells. But when the level of cholesterol increases beyond the normal values then it may lead to health issues. The excessive cholesterol may get deposited in the blood vessels which results in narrowing their lumen and later may leads to other health risks like cardiac issues.

Reasons for high cholesterol: 

  • A sedentary lifestyle. 
  • It may be inherited also.
  • Having fatty foods. 
  • Smoking.
  • Diabetes. 
  • Lack of exercise. 
  • Obesity. 
  • Stress.

Diet to follow:

  • Have a low fat and a low salt diet that includes fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. 
  • Have apples, grapes, strawberries as they are rich in pectin and helps to lower the LDL.
  • Include soybeans in your diet as they also help in lowering cholesterol. 
  • Include nuts, beans, sprouts, salads to your diet. 
  • Have whole grains like barley, millets, oats.
  • Have okra as it has soluble fiber.
  • Drink 8-10 glasses of water during the day.

Foods to avoid:

  • Avoid sugar and sugary foods. 
  • Avoid alcohol and smoking.
  • Avoid oily and spicy food items. 
  • Avoid processed foods and packaged foods. 
  • Avoid tea and coffee. 
  • Avoid carbonated drinks.
  • Avoid fatty foods.

Physical activity:

Performing physical activity is also important for maintaining normal level of cholesterol. It may in the form of yoga, exercise or any sports. 

  • Start your morning with a short morning walk or jogging for atleast 30 minutes. 
  • Do plank for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Do 12 sets of suryanamaskar daily. 
  • Do bhujanga asana, paschimottan asana, gomukha asana, sarvanga asana, padahasta asana daily (under expert guidance)
  • Do kapalbhati pranayam. 
  • Take walks after every meal, for 15 minutes.

Sleep:

  • Sleep is also important for the body and mind. It provides rest to the body and mind and also bursts all the stress.
  • Sleep for atleast 7-8hours daily. 
  • Sleep early at night at around 10 pm and also wake up early in the morning at around 6 am. 
  • Avoid using any electronic devices 1hour before sleeping for having a good quality sleep. 

Thank you 


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