Cholesterol Dieting InformationLow Cholesterol Diet Information What is cholesterol? Cholesterol has been around for a very long time, thousands of years. It's a natural procedure of the human body. The modern story of cholesterol and how it impacts us today, actually began during a government study in 1951. How cholesterol works ... Cholesterol can only attach to the inner lining of the artery if it has been damaged. Diagnosing cholesterol - Unfortunately, most people aren't even aware they have atherosclerosis until they have a heart attack or stroke. It is possible to have up to 80 percent closure of the arteries without ever feeling a single symptom! High cholesterol results - If you recall, we mentioned that cholesterol can only attach to the inner lining of the artery if it has been damaged. How does that damage occur? Cholesterol medications - We will review the different types of medications available for the treatment of high cholesterol as well as natural remedies. Your doctor may decide that you need help in controlling your cholesterol if you are not able to reduce it using natural treatments. Natural medications- No medications can do a better job than treating your high cholesterol naturally. And, if you are one of those lucky people who do not have cholesterol concerns, you may want to take steps to keep it that way! Living healthy - Unfortunately, the medical community is quick to prescribe another expensive medication to lower cholesterol but they are far less likely to suggest herbal or homeopathic measures. |