Cholesterol natural herbs are not only to control blood Cholesterol, but also good for small intestine, liver, heart and kidney, which are responsible for its cause or affected because of long run.
How do cholesterol herb’s lower lipid?
Various herbs for cholesterol works differently in blood cholesterol control;
- Some cholesterol herbs limit the cholesterol synthesis by the body,
- Some cholesterol herbs limit the absorption of cholesterol by the body,
- Some cholesterol herbs improve the role of liver, which helps to expel unwanted excess lipid as waste.
- Some cholesterol herbs improve the role of kidney, which helps to expel unwanted excess cholesterol as waste.
- Some cholesterol herbs break up the blood cholesterol and free up the arteries. It dissolves the collected cholesterol from the arteries into the bloodstream, and then the kidneys remove them.
- Some cholesterol herbs act as antioxidant and help the blood vessels to regain or preserve the elasticity of the blood vessels.
Cinnamon as cholesterol herb
A study of this cholesterol lowering natural herb as reported by Diabetes Care of the American Diabetes Association shows some positive sign about Cinnamon’s effect to control cholesterol. In 2003, a small study suggested that cinnamon might help lower blood-glucose levels, modest drops in LDL (bad) cholesterol, as well as triglycerides and total cholesterol.
Bioactive constituents of cinnamon
Different terpenoids are present in the volatile oil of cinnamon; important to them are eugenol and cinnamaldehyde. They have various medicinal effects.
Both cinnamaldehyde and cinnamon oil vapors are potent antifungal, antibacterial, antiallergic, antihyperglycemic, and antihyperlipidemic.
Scientific evidence for Cinnamon as cholesterol natural herb
Cinnamate supplementation enhances hepatic lipid metabolism and antioxidant defense systems in high cholesterol-fed rats this study is conducted by Lee JS, Jeon SM, Park EM, Huh TL, Kwon OS, Lee MK, Choi MS. at Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea. This study result shows Cinnamate inhibits hepatic HMG-CoA reductase activity, resulting in lower cholesterol content, and suppresses lipid peroxidation by improvement of antioxidant enzyme activities.
Arjuna(Terminalia arjuna) as cholesterol herb
Arjuna is an herbal remedy for heart ailments; it can lessen the effects of stress and nervous conditions. It inhibits to absorb lipids in the blood, thus lessen cholesterol levels in the blood. It is a mild diuretic, so it can help lower hypertension. Arjuna lessens the ability of the blood to clot, so be caution if taking blood thinners. Suggested use is 250 milligrams of capsule one to two times daily. Arjuna has been in use for centuries to treat heart-related conditions such as heart attacks. Barks of Arjuna tree are rich in Co-enzyme Q-10, good to prevent heart problems.
Bio-active constituents of Arjuna
Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc and Copper, Arjunone, Arjunolone, Luteolin is the natural antioxidants. Gallic Acid, Ellagic Acid, Oleanolinic Acid, OPCs or Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins, Phytosterols (beta-sitosterol), TRITERPENOID SAPONINS: Arjunolic Acid, Arjunic Acid, Arjungenin, Arjunglycosides, TRITERPENOID GLYCOSIDES OR Arjuna Glycosides - Arjunine, Arjunetein, Arjunetosides, Co enzyme Q10, Friedlin, Cerasidin and Tannin.
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) as cholesterol lowering herb
Coriander is a cholesterol lowering herbal, which is a diuretic in nature that makes the kidneys perform their roles of excretion better. Therefore, the kidneys flush out the excess unneeded cholesterol from the body.
Bioactive constitutes of Coriander
Fruits contain 14.1% proteins, 16.1 fatty acids (chief fatty acid’s petroselic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.), 21.6% carbohydrates, 4.4% minerals (calcium 0.63, phosphorus 0.37%, and iron 17.9 mg per 100grams). Volatile oil: chief components D-(+), -linalool (coriandrol), including among other’s borneol, p-cymene, camphor, geraniol, limonene, alpha-pinenes, and the unusual smell is because of the presence of trans-tridec-2-enale content. Hydroxycoumarin includes umbelliferone and scopoletine..
Garlic (Allium cepa) as cholesterol herbal
Garlic cholesterol-lowering herbal is valuable for those who had high cholesterol and more chances to have heart conditions. Eating two to three cloves of garlic a day helps to lessen or total elimination of the harmful cholesterol in the blood. Garlic can break up the blood cholesterol and free up the arteries. Garlic has anti clotting effects; it thus lessens plaque formation in blood vessels and lessens clots that lead to heart disease and stroke.
Bioactive constitutes of Garlic
Garlic contains 0.1-0.36% of a volatile oil, which are responsible for most of the pharmacological properties of garlic. Garlic contains at least 33 % sulfur compounds such as aliin, allicin, ajoene, allylpropl, diallyl, trisulfide, sallylcysteine, vinyldithiines, S-allylmercaptocystein, and others. Besides sulfur compounds, garlic contains 17 amino acids and their glycosides, arginine and others. It also contains mineral selenium, and enzymes (such as allinase, peroxidases, myrosinase).
Guggulu (Commiphora mukul) - a cholesterol natural herbal
A medicinal gum resin is useful for cholesterol-related heart problems and proven to lessen the cholesterol levels on regular use. Suggested dosage is 25 mg of guggul thrice a day.
Bioactive constituents of Guggulu
Guggulu’s major constituents are 0.9 % moisture, 0.6% volatile oils, 61% resin, 29.6% gum, and 3.2% insoluble substances. It also contains small quantity of certain alkaloids. Oleogum and resin contain myrcene, dimyrcene, and polymyrcene.
Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) as cholesterol herb
This cholesterol herb can dissolve cholesterol build-up in the arteries and releases it into the bloodstream. Then, the kidneys expel them.
Shilajit (Asphaltum) - a natural mineral to lower cholesterol
A magical ayurvedic mineral can lower serum cholesterol, liver cholesterol, serum triglycerides, and serum phospholipids.
Red Yeast Rice to lower cholesterol
Since 800 A.D., the Chinese had employed red yeast rice. Its therapeutic uses are to promote blood circulation and as a digestive stimulant. Research shows, red yeast rice inhibits to produce cholesterol, by stopping an enzyme in the liver. Suggested dosage is 2.4 grams a day for up to 12 weeks, if successful during this time, and then it can be useful for long-term management of high cholesterol.
Fenugreek seeds - natural herbal to lower cholesterol
Fenugreek’s steroidal saponins are capable of inhibit cholesterol absorption and synthesis. Trials have shown that fenugreek lowers increased cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, but does not lower HDL (good cholesterol) levels. The typical range of intake for this saponin is 5 to 30 grams with each meal or 15 to 90 grams all at once with 1 meal. Suggested dosage for fenugreek tincture is 3 to 4 ml for three times a day. A pregnant woman should avoid using fenugreek, because it has been uterine stimulating properties.
Butcher's Broom - herbal to lower cholesterol
Anti-inflammatory strengthens blood vessel walls, well for someone going into surgery or after surgery. It improves circulation to brain, arms and legs, bedridden or the elderly. In addition, it is a diuretic, lowers bad cholesterol (LDL), good for pregnant women and people who stand for long periods, as it removes swelling.
Licorice as cholesterol lowering herb
It boosts overall health; licorice root promotes normal heart rhythm, thus good for heart health and improves hormonal balance in women.
Hawthorn berry as cholesterol lowering herb
Widely used for heart conditions. Tonic for the heart, it dilates blood vessels, relaxes, and antioxidant. The bioflavonoid content can help increasing the blood flow to the heart muscles, by it reducing the symptoms of angina. It, furthermore, prevents or limits degeneration of the blood vessels. It is useful to treat angina, coronary artery disease, mild congestive heart, and irregular heartbeat. It restores normal blood pressure so effective for both low and high blood pressure patients.
Alfalfa (Medicago satina) cholesterol herb
It is effective in treating problems of the arteries. It helps in clearing arteries congested with cholesterol.
Some other useful herbs used for cholesterol are - Ginseng, turmeric, Cayenne, Aloe Vera, Saffron, Dandelion, True-Blue Skullcap, Thyme Herb, Black Cohash, Gaurana, Yellow Dock, Burdock Root, Echinacea Root. Doses of these herbs need to be carefully to avoid side effect.
The ayurvedic herbal remedies are effective in order to treat cholesterol without any side effects. However, do not give up your cholesterol modern medications. Take the herbs along with it, until the cholesterol level reaches normal, then slowly lessen the dosage and discard allopathic medications.
Are Herbal remedies safe?
Remember that herbal remedies too are medicines, so have some side effects. It can also interact with other medicines you are taking. It is best to avoid or get advice from (registered) herbal practitioners before taking it, if the treatment is for pregnant women, breast-feeding mother, child, or older people.