Cholesterol

Our bodies need a certain amount of cholesterol for it to function in balance. That is why some people resort in either dealing with it naturally or through the use of medications. Our liver is the one that is tasked in producing cholesterol that is needed by our body, but levels of this change with the food we ingest causing them to clog pathways to our heart. That is why massive buildup of this has been the major cause of coronary disease in human beings.

Those who try to prevent this occurrence go through a strict diet of food and a daily exercise regime to ensure that everything is kept at a low; others opt to maintain this with specific medicines.

Other natural processes may include the use of natural supplements and green tea. Guggulipid and Policosanol are known herbs that can lower cholesterol levels in the body. Herbal supplements are a better alternative because they have not been known to cause side effects. Man-made medicines tend to create adverse effects somewhere down the line. One known man-made supplement is the vitamin Niacin, which is better known for its Vitamin B contribution. This is proven to have very effective results in lowering cholesterol in the body. However, it has a side effect that causes an increase to blood pressure, liver inflammation, indigestion, and diarrhea. Taken in large doses, Niacin widens the blood vessels and causes an increased flow of blood in the system resulting in hot flashes or skin flushing. Another thing to watch out is if patients have been prescribed with Statin separately and then make the mistake of taking them together. Statin is another medicine used to treat high cholesterol levels. The reaction of the two drugs in combination is fatal.

Minor side effects that have been found to arise in man-made supplements are cramps and muscle pains. If the person has high cholesterol levels and is taking these supplements it is important to stop immediately when feeling these side effects. It is very dangerous and can have a severe outcome.

The best way is really to avoid use of medication because of the side effects that come with it. But if the condition is there then you will need those medications to get you through. If you are not yet inflicted or are undergoing a process to prevent this condition, then you should control your diet and have sufficient exercise.