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Does the body
need cholesterol?
Yes. Cholesterol is needed as a building material for
of the outer lining (membrane) of cells in the body. What is
more, adrenocorticotropic and sex hormones are synthesized from
cholesterol. The liver uses cholesterol to manufacture bile
acids, which then get to small intestine and help digest fat.
There are two sources for cholesterol - liver production and
dietary intake. Foods of animal origin are especially high in
cholesterol content.
Is the high cholesterol
level in the blood dangerous?
Yes. High cholesterol level is associated with an increased
risk of heart attack. Excess cholesterol accumulates on walls
of the arteries in the form of atherosclerotic plaques. Over
time, plaque leads to a narrowing of the arteries. As a result
the heart muscle suffers from poor blood and oxygen supply.
Such condition causes retrosternal pain - a symptom of coronary
heart disease (CHD), i.e. ischemia. Blockage of the artery can
halt the blood supply to the heart muscle, and this leads to
necrosis (heart attack). High cholesterol level in a person's
blood may be caused by inherited disorders (so called familial
hypercholesterolemia) and/or external factors, especially an
unbalanced diet.
Are all cholesterol types
equally dangerous?
No. Cholesterol is carried in the blood combined with
both proteins and lipids and called lipoproteins. The total
cholesterol level in the blood circulation represents all types
of cholesterol combined with lipoproteins. The cholesterol combined
with low-density lipoproteins (LDL) is commonly called "bad"
cholesterol, because in large quantities it can lead to bleed-vessel
occlusion. But the cholesterol combined with high-density lipoproteins
(HDL) can be called "good" cholesterol because it
is flushed out of the vessels, transported to the liver and
washed out of the body.
So it is best to have low levels of LDL cholesterol and high
levels of HDL cholesterol.
Can the cholesterol level
be lowered?
Yes. The cholesterol level can be lowered, usually by
proper diet. In some cases, however, pharmacotherapy may
be indicated. It is first necessary to limit intake of animal
products, especially animal fats, by substituting vegetable
protein. The cholesterol level can be lowered also by increasing
vegetable, fruit and cereal consumption, since these products
are rich in the fiber that promotes cholesterol and glucose
excretion (as well as being excellent sources of vitamins and
minerals). Good sources of fiber include oat flakes and plantain
seeds. Fiber is low in calories but helps reduce hunger. For
this reason, those who want to lose weight are advised to eat
more high-fiber products. All these products are also useful
in combating diabetes and other metabolic diseases.
Does lowering the cholesterol
level decrease the risk of atherosclerosis and heart attacks?
Yes. Regardless of whether reduction is achieved through
diet or through medication, lowering the cholesterol level,
helps prevent and reduce cerebral atherosclerosis. A number
of studies have been conducted concerning the effects of a properly
balanced diet as well the results of cholesterol-lowering medication.
All these investigations have registered a decrease in the seriousness
and frequency of heart attacks and an increase in life-expectancy.
The quality of life is affected, since the lower the cholesterol
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| VITRUM®
CARDIO helps to lower cholesterol level in blood plasma.
With regular use this preparation considerably reduces the risk
of two of the most widespread diseases - cardiac infarction
and blood-stroke. It improves the condition of the heart and
coronary system, and also helps in regulating metabolism. Taking
VITRUM®
CARDIO has benefits for the brain and nervous system,
as well as the skeletal muscles. Its antioxidant ingredients
help guard the body from harmful environmental influences. Helps
to maintain the physical, mental and emotional well-being of
the body. |
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| Vitamin E is a powerful natural
antioxidant. It neutralizes free radicals by transforming them
into harmless substances the body can easily discharge. It has
a rejuvenating effect on the aging process. Vitamin E strengthens
immunity, reduces tiredness, stimulates the recovery process,
reduces the influence of carcinogenic substances, helps prevent
arteriosclerosis, helps restore reproductive functions, and
reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases. |
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