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Are There Any Natural Supplements That Can Help To Lower Cholesterol?

Statins are some of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the world and are used to reduce the levels of LDL or “bad” cholesterol and thus lower the risk of cardiovascular problems. But statins aren’t the only solution.


There are many ways to naturally reduce LDL cholesterol, including dietary/lifestyle changes and supplements. These can be used in combination with statins or as an all-natural replacement.


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Supplements

There are a lot of supplements on the market that claim to reduce cholesterol and improvement heart health, but many are based on anecdotal reports and limited animal studies.


Citrus Bergamot SuperFruit is the exception.


Extracted from the citrus bergamot fruit, this compound has been recommended by countless health experts and has been the subject of many clinical trials.


These clinical studies have shown that bergamot extracts can help to:


  • Reduce LDL Cholesterol
  • Improve HDL Cholesterol
  • Provide Benefits Similar to Prescription Statins
  • Support Overall Cardiovascular Health


Citrus bergamot has been used in Italy for hundreds of years. It forms a key part of the Calabrian diet, the region where over 80% of the world’s bergamot grows. If you’re not lucky enough to live in Southern Italy surrounded by bergamot trees, you can get the same benefits through high-quality extracts like Cholesterol Command.

Diet

Swapping saturated fats for polyunsaturated fats and monounsaturated fats can significantly reduce your risk of coronary heart disease. (1) (2).


Saturated fats are mainly animal fats and are highly concentrated in beef, lamb, chicken skin, butter, cheese, lard, cream, and tallow. Healthy fats come from nuts, fish, and even fruit.


Swap fatty cuts of meat and processed burgers for fish like salmon and mackerel. Forgo fried food in place of whole fruits and vegetables, and consider adding olive oil, avocadoes, and lots of nuts to your diet.


Eating plenty of soluble fiber (peas, beans, lentils, vegetables) will also support heart health and maintain healthy cholesterol levels.


Weight Loss

While it’s important to eat a balanced diet rich in healthy fats, it’s equally important not to overindulge. Olive oil might be good for your heart, but it’s also incredibly calorific, and if you’re adding glugs of oil to every dish, you’ll exceed your calorie count and gain weight.


Cardiovascular risk is closely correlated with body fat percentage—the fatter you are, the greater your risk will be. (3)


If you’re already overweight, it’s time to cut those calories and drop a few pounds.


Exercise

Exercise can help you to reach a healthy weight and it also has a direct impact on LDL cholesterol levels. (4)


But that doesn’t mean you need to jog 10 miles every morning and start pumping iron in the gym. In fact, the American Heart Association recommends just 75 minutes of vigorous activity or 150 minutes of moderate activity every week.


It equates to a half-hour walk 5-days a week or just under 40 minutes of heavy cardio and resistance exercises twice a week.


That should be more than enough to keep your cholesterol levels in check.


Don’t Smoke

Everyone knows that smoking can increase your risk of cancer and respiratory issues, but those cancer sticks can also cause serious damage to your cardiovascular health.


Cigarette smokers are between 200% and 400% more likely to die from heart disease than non-smokers, and if you combine this habit with a bad diet, minimal exercise, and genetic risk factors, you could be shaving years off your life expectancy. (5)


The good news is that there is still time—if you stop smoking early enough, your risk factors will be the same as the average non-smoker.