How to Lower Your Cholesterol Fast
- 1). *Pinpoint cause of high cholesterol*
As your first step you will need to determine what is causing your cholesterol to be high. A doctor will help you figure that out but until then here is a short list of things that cause high cholesterol.
Do you eat red meat?
Does high cholesterol run in your family?
Are you overweight?
Do you exercise/stay active?
Once you figure out what is causing your high cholesterol you will find that it is much easier to begin lowering it. - 2). *Talk to your doctor about medication*
If you would like to take a prescription medication to lower your blood pressure , talk to your doctor the next time you see him . A few of the most popular Cholesterol medications are Zetia and Lipitor. These medications work well in getting your cholesterol to a normal level, however many people find that the side effects of these medications don't make them worth taking. Here are a few common side effects from cholesterol lowering medication.
Headaches
Feeling tired
Depression
Joint Pain
If you would like to take natural approach to lowering your cholesterol, refer to the next step of this article. - 3). *Natural Ways of Lowering Cholesterol*
One of the most popular ways to lower your Cholesterol naturally and quickly is with the use of a supplement called Niacin. Niacin is a natural supplement that can be found at any drug store. Simply take 1 or 2 Niacin pills per day until your cholesterol levels are restored to normal levels. A few other natural supplements for lowering cholesterol are Garlic, Flax Seed Oil, and fish oil ...all of which can be purchased at your local drug store. - 4). *Improve Diet*
Avoid red meat and unhealthy fast food. Be sure to eat plenty of vegetables and foods that are low in saturated fat. Foods that are high in mono-unsaturated fats such as nuts (walnuts in particular) have been proven to lower cholesterol. Good diet incorporated with exercise will help lower your cholesterol fast. - 5). Refer to my resources section below for more information on the causes and treatment of high cholesterol.
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