Cholesterol (high) Treatment

Lifestyle Modifications

To naturally lower cholesterol levels and improve overall cardiovascular health.

• Adopting a heart-healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, while limiting saturated and trans fats, cholesterol, and added sugars.
• Engaging in regular physical activity, aiming for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week.
• Achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight through balanced nutrition and exercise.
• Quitting smoking and reducing alcohol consumption to improve cardiovascular health.

Medicinal Treatment

To significantly reduce LDL ('bad') cholesterol and increase HDL ('good') cholesterol when lifestyle changes are insufficient.

• Prescription of statins (e.g., atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce cholesterol production in the liver.
• Other lipid-lowering medications such as ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, fibrates, or bile acid sequestrants, depending on individual needs and cholesterol profile.
• Regular monitoring of blood cholesterol levels and medication adherence to ensure efficacy and manage potential side effects.

Surgical Treatment

To address severe arterial blockages and complications arising from prolonged, uncontrolled high cholesterol, preventing heart attack or stroke.

• Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting: Procedures to open blocked or narrowed coronary arteries, often a consequence of atherosclerosis caused by high cholesterol.
• Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery: A surgical procedure to restore blood flow to the heart muscle by bypassing blocked arteries with grafts from other parts of the body.
• Carotid Endarterectomy: Surgery to remove plaque buildup from the carotid arteries in the neck, reducing the risk of stroke in patients with significant blockages.

Surgical interventions are typically reserved for complications of high cholesterol, such as advanced atherosclerosis leading to significant arterial blockages, rather than treating high cholesterol itself.

Ayurvedic Treatment

To naturally balance lipid levels, improve metabolic function, and reduce cardiovascular risk through holistic Ayurvedic practices.

• Herbal formulations like Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), and Garlic (Allium sativum) known for their lipid-lowering properties.
• Dietary modifications based on Ayurvedic principles, focusing on fresh, whole foods and specific spices to balance doshas and improve metabolism.
• Panchakarma therapies such as Virechana (therapeutic purgation) to detoxify the body and improve lipid metabolism.