In a number of carefully controlled clinical studies, ChoLESStolife® has been shown to lower LDL-cholesterol by 14%. This reduction can be achieved after only two weeks of administration.

Yes. Other studies have shown that there is an additional reduction in blood cholesterol over and above that found with your statin medication. However, you should always inform your physician of any contemplated addition to your therapy.

ChoLESStolife® contains soy stanol, a natural ingredient that is derived from soybeans, which has been shown by the FDA to reduce cholesterol and the risk of heart disease. This compound and many others of similar structure are present in most vegetable oils, nuts and legumes, and they are consumed as part of the daily diet.

Doctors recommend regular exercise, keeping weight at a healthy level and a low saturated fat and low-cholesterol diet. And now there's another powerful yet simple daily step you can add to your routine - TeaFlavin?. Recent studies show that theaflavins, a group of compounds found in tea and the main ingredient in TeaFlavin, reduced LDL ("bad") cholesterol in individuals by 16% in just 12 weeks.

Other products on the market that use soy stanols (like Benecol) require high fat as the delivery system. This approach generally uses margarine or salad dressing as a delivery system, increasing the caloric load of the consumer. While these products have been shown to be clinically effective, the consumer needs to balance their intake with other fat-containing foods in the diet. In addition, two to three servings are required per day, which is not always convenient for an active lifelstyle.

Many low-fat foods and fat replacers have made reducing fat intake easier. Often, however, these fat substitutes are used in foods such as cookies, chips, or desserts. While lower in fat, such foods often contain the same number of calories as their comparable counterparts. Overeating on low-fat foods can still contributes to obesity, which in turn contributes to high blood cholesterol and other health problems.

Most people are in some way at risk for heart disease and everyone can benefit from lowering their high cholesterol. By lowering your cholesterol you are reducing your chances of heart disease and stroke. Everyone should know by now that you can...

Cholesterol in the body comes from two sources - most of it is made by the liver from various nutrients and especially from saturated fats and the rest of it comes directly from eating animal products such as meats, egg yolks, organ meats, whole milk and milk products. Scientific research has shown that a diet high in saturated fat seems to increase cholesterol production in the body.

The FDA has determined that a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol and high in soy protein can lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Soy protein has been found to lower low-density lipoproteins (LDL) with no change or an increase in the levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL). LDLs have been shown to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, while HDLs have been found to decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Yes, in most individuals. Remember, cholesterol is a form of fat. Research has substantiated that consumed animal fats tend to cause cholesterol to settle in the arteries and cause atherosclerosis. However, it has also been found that the crystal clear "purified" vegetable oils (not heated) do not raise the blood cholesterol level. One answer for this might lie with the fact that lipase is found in these unheated vegetable oils.

The National Cholesterol Education Program's latest Adult Treatment Panel III (ATP III) published the following revised guidelines for optimal cholesterol levels: It is estimated that 52% of all Americans (98 million) have total blood cholesterol levels above 200 mg/dL and 20% of American adults have a cholesterol level greater than 240 mg/dL (20%).

You should always consult your physician in order to adopt a cholesterol lowering strategy that is consistent with your overall health and family history. If your blood cholesterol level is borderline high, he or she may recommend soy-based products, such as ChoLESStolife, that have been proven to lower blood cholesterol and the risk of heart disease.

Higher levels of blood cholesterol can be lowered if one reduces the intake of saturated fat such as ghee, butter, cream, egg-yolk, etc. Only 20% saturated fats are permissible in such cases. One should use polyunsaturated oils, and they must be used in the minimum quantity necessary for cooking purposes.... Daily estimation of blood sugar levels Daily estimation of blood sugar levels is necessary in all cases of diabetes - three times a day i.e. fasting, before lunch and dinner.

Sometimes. Many preparations (including Metamucil) contain soluble fiber, which can lower cholesterol up to 10%. Garlic products can help, but usually not by very much. Niacin is very effective, but only in very high doses (usually more than 1000 mg per day). In those doses, it tends to have more side effects than prescription drugs. Of course, no drug, prescription or herbal, is a substitute for a proper diet!

Elevated cholesterol is a known risk factor for heart disease and stroke in adults. The picture is less clear in children. However, we know that these illnesses tend to run in families. The American Academy of Pediatrics currently recommends a child have cholesterol testing if there is an immediate family member who had a heart attack or stroke before age 55, or died suddenly of unexplained cause before age 55, or has a cholesterol level above 240.

There are at two explanations for the positive effects of slow breathing on blood pressure. The first is a simple physiological response: Breathing slowly and deeply relaxes muscle tension, particularly in the chest area, which allows the blood vessels to open up and relieve pressure on the heart. Now there is a new theory proposed by Dr. David Anderson of the National Institute of Health that has less to do with relaxation.

Dairy foods are among the top contributors of calcium, potassium and magnesium, nutrients that have been shown to help reduce blood pressure. In fact, a large-scale government study called DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) found that a balanced, lowfat diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lowfat dairy foods may help reduce blood pressure as effectively as some medications.

We recommend you stick with the program for a minimum of six months. It takes time for the body to assimilate nutrients, and establish healthy energy. Please check regularly with your health care provider for advice on your particular situation.