|
Heart Health
Good cholesterol, bad cholesterol, LDL or HDL
cholesterol--what's the difference anyway? The whole subject sometimes sounds
so technical and maybe even confusing!
So we'll try and make it easy
to understand. Too much LDL (bad) cholesterol means a higher risk of
cardiovascular disease, and too little HDL (good) cholesterol can mean the
same thing.
You need to know the difference
between good and bad cholesterol, what each one does, and why it's important
to correct LDL and HDL cholesterol numbers that are out of balance.
Total
Cholesterol
Cholesterol
is a waxy substance found in the bloodstream of all cells. It's a very
important substance necessary for building new cells, insulating nerves and
producing hormones.
Cholesterol comes from the
foods you eat and is also produced by the liver. Too much however, can be
responsible for the build up of that waxy substance on the inside of your
arteries, like a pipe that gets clogged. If it completely clogs, no blood can
flow past the obstruction. Depending on where this blockage is it can result
in a heart attack, or stroke, or impaired circulation to your legs and feet.
The total cholesterol test is
measured by a blood test.
Your total cholesterol
should be less than 200 mg/dL.
About 42 million adults in this
country have dangerously high levels of cholesterol. Lowering your cholesterol
is an important part of lowering your risk of stroke, heart attack, or
impaired circulation to the lower extremities.
Good
(HDL) Cholesterol
The
HDL cholesterol actually carries cholesterol away from your arteries
and cells to the liver, helping eliminate cholesterol from the system. So a
low HDL cholesterol means less efficiency in carrying unwanted cholesterol out
of the blood stream, another risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
You should have a Good (
HDL) cholesterol level above 40 mg/dL in men, and preferably above 50 mg/dL in
women.
Bad
(LDL) Cholesterol
If
your LDL cholesterol is too high it can build up as a waxy substance in the
walls of arteries and over time cause the blockage in the arteries we just
talked about. Keep the bad (LDL) cholesterol down and the risk of
cardiovascular disease is lowered.
We like to see the Bad (LDL)
cholesterol level below 100 mgm/dL
Symptoms
of High Cholesterol
Here's
the catch--there really aren't any symptoms just due to high cholesterol
alone. Symptoms relate to the complications
of having high cholesterol, such as a heart attack, stroke, or impaired
circulation in your feet and legs. By the time these occur high cholesterol
has been around in your system clogging up your arteries for years.
The picture below shows what
plaque build-up on the blood vessel that supplies the heart looks like.
Here's what the plaque buildup does. The blood
vessel narrows and may eventually close, shutting off blood supply to a
portion of the heart muscle. That muscle dies, causing a "heart attack".
If the blood vessel is narrow
but not completely closed some oxygen supply will get through, but not enough
to let the heart function normally. This can cause the condition known as
"angina". Heart pain comes on with exercise, stress, even heavy meals. It is
often the precursor to a complete closure of the blood vessel and a "heart
attack".
Treatment of High
Cholesterol
Many
doctors reach for the prescription pad as the first step. But unless your
cholesterol level is dangerously high, it is best to try the natural approach
first. This stepped treatment approach just makes sense.
All medications have potential
side effects and statin drugs are no exception. About 20% of those on statin
experience side effects. Some can be serious, such as abnormal liver function
tests, muscle pains, severe muscle weakness, plus some others. Many have to
stop taking their statin medications because of side effects.
You Can Lower Your
Cholesterol By:
-
Eating a balanced diet. Include fruits,
vegetables, whole grains, low fat dairy products, fish, and lean meats. Drink
alcohol only in moderation, and STOP SMOKING.
-
Exercising regularly at least 20 - 30 minutes 5
times weekly. Brisk walking is a great exercise and is just as good as an
expensive gym. Winter-time mall walking is an alternative to walking outdoors
when weather conditions are poor or temperatures are extreme.
-
Add Bios Life to your preventative
program. Click
Here for Bios Life C. Bios Life is a natural supplement that lowers
total cholesterol by raising the HDL (good) cholesterol and lowering the LDL
(bad) cholesterol. It also works to lower triglycerides, another risk factor
in cardiovascular disease. But that's not all! It coats the lining of the
intestine and slows the absorption of carbohydrates. This helps stabilize
blood sugar, an added plus for diabetics. Many find that taking Bios Life
twice daily before the two biggest meals of the day also helps them reduce
their weight. Bios Life is listed in the Physicians Desk Reference (PDR) and
is the only clinically proven natural supplement on the market today.
Have your baseline cholesterol level checked,
start your program of sensible diet and Bios Life, then have your
cholesterol re-checked in 6-10 weeks. Be sure and discuss the results with
your Health Care Provider.
HOW
BIOS LIFE C WORKS
-
Lowers LDL Cholesterol
-
Raises HDL Cholesterol
-
Can work together with statins
to lower the cholesterol even further
-
Is a natural substance that
avoids the serious side effects of statin drug. Even though your insurance may
pay for the statins, the side effects can be serious and not worth the risk.
And now we have new BIOS
LIFE SLIM. It not only has all the ingredients to fight high
cholesterol, but also has a revolutionary formula added to fight belly fat.
There are no stimulants in Bios Life Slim. It
works to re-set your fat burning process. Both
high cholesterol and excess fat around the waist are known to be risk factors
in heart disease. Tackle both at the same time!
| |
|
Description |
Price |
| 1. |
|
Bios Life C (Packets)
Clinically proven to lower cholesterol on average 31%, this new Bios Life formulation tastes great. Reducing cholesterol reduces a major cardiovascular disease risk factor. 60 packets per box. Free Shipping
Item No. 22888 |
$88.95 |
| 2. |
|
Bios Life Slim
Revolutionary fat burning product; providing the first scientific breakthrough in fat loss in over 30 years. Containing natural, proprietary ingredients, Bios Life Slim helps your body naturally regulate the amount of fat stored. Lose belly fat, lose inches. Convenient packets 30 day supply, Free Shipping
Item No. 23865 |
$121.95 |
| 3. |
|
Bios Life Slim G
Bios Life Slim G the newest in the Slim family of products. Results is better glycemic control, helpful for diabetics and pre-diabetics. Uses new neutrafiber technology--non-caloric, non-allergenic, non-fermenting (less gas and bloating) fiber. Still has all the fat burning technology of the original Bios Life Slim.
Item No. 25070 |
$121.95 |
| 4. |
|
Bios Life C (Canister)
Clinically proven to lower cholesterol on average 31%, this new Bios Life formulation tastes great. Reducing cholesterol reduces a major cardiovascular disease risk factor. Comes in 2 flavors. About 63 servings per canister. Free Shipping
Item No. 22889 |
$79.95 |
|