Cholesterol Reducing Herbs and Remedies in Ayurveda

Abstract

Cholesterol is a type of fatty acid that is produced by the liver. The body uses cholesterol to perform various activities such as synthesizing of hormones, bile acid and vitamin D, but when your bad cholesterol rises above a certain level, you are at a greater risk of developing diabetes and major heart conditions. Very often, high cholesterol levels are caused due to unchecked unhealthy diet and a sedentary lifestyle. It can cause blockages in blood vessels and plaque accumulation in blood arteries which restricts the blood flow to the heart. However, there are certain Ayurvedic medicines for cholesterol that can help your body heal faster. Ayurveda views it as an important component of the body in terms of lubrication. The Ayurvedic approach of balancing cholesterol is not only to curb the cholesterol amount, but also to strictly control diet so that the secretion of cholesterol can be curtailed.