Cholesterol is an organic compound found in all cells and body fluids of the human body. It plays an important role by participating in the construction of cell membranes; the formation of adrenal and sex hormones, vitamin D, bile acids and others. Most of the cholesterol is synthesized in the liver, and the rest is obtained through food. The main dietary sources of cholesterol are: fatty meats, internal organs (liver, kidneys), eggs, milk fat and others.
If you have high cholesterol it is good to change your lifestyle. Abnormal cholesterol levels , such as high "bad" (LDL) cholesterol or low "good" (HDL) cholesterol , are among the major risk factors for heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Unhealthy eating can raise cholesterol . Sometimes high cholesterol is hereditary. Following a low- cholesterol diet can help regulate its level. For help, refer to food supplements containing Artichoke ; Fibers ; soy; stanols; Vitamin B3 (niacin), Beta-glucan; Black cohosh; Calcium; Chitosan ; Cinnamon; chromium , Cordyceps ; creatine; Curcumin ; linseed; Glucomannan ; Green Tea; Guggul ; L-Carnitine; lecithin ; Maitake ; multivitamins/minerals; Policosanol; Probiotics; Royal Jelly ; Sage; Spirulina ; Tocotrienols, etc.
