(Natural News) Hypercholesterolemia is a well-known risk factor for cardiovascular disease and the main contributor to coronary heart disease. High levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL-C), for instance, are associated with the risk of atherosclerosis and heart attack. Treatments for these conditions, therefore, focus mainly on reducing total cholesterol and LDL-C levels in the blood. In a […]

(Natural News) This paper describes a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled intervention study conducted by researchers from the Leibniz University Hannover in Germany to evaluate the effects of a low moncacolin K dose and folic acid on plasma lipids and homocysteine levels, respectively. The results of their analyses were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Hypercholesterolemia and elevated homocysteine […]

(Natural News) Antioxidants are all the rage these days, and for most people, it means lining up to buy blueberries and strawberries – even in areas where they can be expensive. Fortunately, penny-pinchers who would still like to have more antioxidant-rich foods don’t need to look any further than their local produce. A recent study […]

(Natural News) Researchers have found that juice extracted from Baccaurea angulata, a plant native to Malaysia and locally called belimbing dayak, can help improve symptoms of hypercholesterolemia. The findings were published in Nutrition Research. The study built on previous evidence that demonstrated the health benefits of B. angulata fruit juice. In this study, the researchers looked at whether B. […]

(Natural News) Grapes (Vitis vinifera) are small, round, sweet fruits known for its many health benefits. Not many people know it, but their leaves are also edible and can also be used as a functional food, as suggested by a recent study. Researchers at Maharishi Markandeshwar University in India suggest consuming red grape leaves, in particular, to improve cholesterol […]

(Natural News) A study revealed that the leaves of grapes (Vitis vinifera) contain phytochemicals and antioxidants that are effective against hypercholesterolemia, or high cholesterol levels. The findings of the study were published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. Grape seed, fruit, and its extract are already widely used as a functional food. Grape […]

(Natural News) When it comes to exercise, strength training is often associated with better bone health, whereas aerobic (also called cardio) exercise is linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. However, weightlifting can help “reduce your risk for a heart attack or stroke,” says a study published in the journal Medicine and Science in […]

(Natural News) The heart is a strong organ that can withstand a lot of stress, but it is not invincible. Factors such as high cholesterol levels pose a big problem for heart health since it can affect lipoprotein transport and metabolism. Moreover, it can alter the structure and function of blood vessels by accumulating within the […]

(Natural News) A study by researchers from King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia revealed that ginger and rosemary oil can significantly improve cholesterol levels. This finding, which was published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines, was based on the results of in vivo experiments involving female albino rats. High cholesterol levels, also called hypercholesterolemia, […]

(Natural News) Garlic contains many health benefits that people swear by, but there’s also something to be said about aged garlic and its unique therapeutic properties. In fact, aged garlic is better at managing a person’s cholesterol levels than raw garlic, as noted by scientists from Nanyang Polytechnic in Singapore. The study, which appeared in the Journal […]