Omega 3 and Cholesterol

Low Dose Omega-3’s and Sterols Are Effective for Triglyceride and Cholesterol Reductions

Cholesterol, Omega-3, Sterols

A new study found a combination of a low dose Omega-3 plus Plant Sterols were effective in reducing triglyceride levels and cholesterol level in people with high cholesterol.  This study also allayed fears that Omega-3 could negate the beneficial effects of Plant Sterols. Over 300 women and men who had high cholesterol were randomly assigned…

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Garlic Plus Lemon May Improve Cholesterol Level, Lower Blood Pressure

cardiovascular, Cardiovascular Health, Cholesterol, Garlic, High Blood Pressure

A new study finds combining garlic and lemon juice may help reduce total and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels in individuals with high blood lipids and may improve their blood pressure as well. Over 100 people with elevated blood lipid levels (hyperlipidemic) participated in this randomized controlled parallel-designed clinical study.  Participants were assigned to one of…