LDL Cholesterol

LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol is considered 'the bad' cholesterol, and HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol is considered the 'good cholesterol'.Cholesterol is a steroid which is made in the body and is needed by the cells to perform many important functions. LDL cholesterol particles carry cholesterol wrapped in a protein sheath to the cells. HDL particles are used to gather up and remove any extra cholesterol. To properly control the LDL level, the ratio of HDL to LDL must be within certain limits.  When there are many more LDL particles than HDL particles the capacity for artery-wall damage increases and so does your risk of heart disease. 

You can inherit high levels of LDL cholesterol. And you may have high concentrations of LDL cholesterol as a result of the foods you eat. In any case, if you want to lower your LDL cholesterol, you can start by considering your heart-disease risk factors: Are you a smoker? Do you eat a lot of fatty foods - especially fast foods? Do you eat a lot of off-the-shelf pastries and confections? Do you eat large portions of meat? In short do you take in a lot of fats and carbohydrates? 

Human physiology developed thousands of years ago when early men ate from the land. They ate nuts, berries, fruits, certain roots, and animals when they were lucky enough to kill one. All these edibles were filled with vitamins and minerals and other nutrients that the human body adapted to. Today we have fast food restaurants and processed foods that have enhanced taste. All these foods are re manufactured and are far from the natural ones that our bodies require. It is hard to find a simple back-to-nature meal in any restaurant or if you do find such a meal it is very costly. But by returning to that old diet of early man your body will feel better and you will be lowering your LDL blood level.

Stephen Guy-Clarke is an experienced health practioner and has treated countless patients  who had high-cholesterol. He has written a book - 'Beating Cholesterol' which shows how changing simple habits can save your life. As he suggests - 'Don't gamble with your health. No drugs, no secret formula, simply beat it the natural way'. Click on the link below to get more information.

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