HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA

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INTRODUCTION:

Hypercholesterolemia is the presence of high levels of cholesterol in the

blood .It is not a disease but a metabolic derangement that can be secondary to

many diseases and can contribute too many forms of disease.

The most notable among them is the cardiovascular disease. The elevated levels

of lipids are " hyperlipidemia” and the elevated levels of lipoproteins are known

as " hyperlipoproteinemia. " Familial hypercholesterolemia is a rare genetic

disorder that can occur in families, where sufferers cannot properly metabolize

cholesterol.

 

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS:

Longstanding elevated hypercholesterolemia leads to accelerated

atherosclerosis: this can express itself in a number of cardiovascular diseases

Angina pectoris, leading to PTCA or CABG

Myocardial infarction (heart attack)

Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs)

Cerebrovascular accidents/Strokes

Peripheral artery disease (PAD

CAUSES:

The cholesterol in a person's blood originates from two major sources, dietary

intake and liver production. Dietary cholesterol comes mainly from meat,

poultry, fish, and dairy products. Organ meats, such as liver, are especially

high in cholesterol content, while foods of plant origin contain no cholesterol.

After a meal, cholesterol is absorbed by the intestines into the blood

circulation and is then packaged inside a protein coat. Other causes include

· Heredity

· Excessive consumption of fried fatty foods and other rich foods like

ghee, butter, white flour, sugar, cheese and non vegetarian foods like meat,

fish etc.

· Smoking

· Alcoholism

· Mental stress and strain

· Major Risk Factors That Affect Your LDL Goal

· Cigarette smoking

· High blood pressure

· Low HDL cholesterol

· Family history of early heart disease

· Age

SECONDARY CAUSES:

There are a number of secondary causes for high cholesterol:

· Diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome

· Kidney disease (nephrotic syndrome)

· Hypothyroidism

· Anorexia nervosa

· Zieve's syndrome

· Family history

RISK FACTORS:

High levels of cholesterol in the blood can increase the risk of having

testicular cancer in men.

High Cholesterol is linked to Alzheimer’s disease which is a degenerative

brain disease that usually begins gradually, causing a person to forget recent

events or familiar tasks.

High Cholesterol is a potential risk factor and increases chances of stroke

even in healthy women with no history of heart disease or stroke.

DIET:

Saturated fat raises blood cholesterol levels. Thus it is mainly by limiting

the amount of saturated fat in one's diet that helps lower total serum

cholesterol. Being overweight is a definite risk factor for heart disease. It

also tends to increase your cholesterol. Losing weight can help lower the LDL

and total cholesterol levels, as well as raise your HDL and lower your

triglyceride levels.

Lack of physical activity is a risk factor for heart disease. Regular

physical activity can also help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and raise HDL (good)

cholesterol levels. It also helps you lose weight.

All three of these activities done together can have a positive effect on

one's blood cholesterol level.

HOME REMEDIES:

Coriander seeds are considered valuable in lowering blood cholesterol. They

also aid in stimulating the kidneys. In 1 glass of water, add 2 tbsps of

coriander seeds and bring to a boil. Let the decoction cool for some time and

then strain. Drink this mixture two times in a day.

Sunflower seeds are extremely beneficial, as they contain linoleic acid that

helps in reducing the cholesterol deposits on the walls of arteries. You just

need to modify the cooking style a bit and substitute sunflower seeds for solid

fats such as butter and cream.

Incorporate loads of fiber in meals, as fiber helps a great deal in lowering

the cholesterol pressure in blood.

HERBAL REMEDIES:

The common herbal remedies for high cholesterol include Red Yeast Rice

(Monascus purpurea) Gugulipid, Aspalathus linear is (Rooibos), Fenugreek,

Dandelion, Garlic, Fennel, Rosehips, and Agrimony as well as the Bach Flowers

Chestnut Bud, Honeysuckle, Heather and Wild Rose.

HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES:

Guggul, Arjuna, shudh shilajit, cinnamom are some of the excellent

homeopathic remedies. Shudda Guggul, Arjuna and garlic can be obtained in the

form of capsules.

Also visit http://www.herbsandcures.com

 

With regards,

pushpa.

 

 

 

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