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Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a waxy and fat-like substance your body uses to protect nerves and make hormones, bile acid, and vitamin D. The cholesterol needed by the body is produced by the liver and from the food you eat. The two types of cholesterol carried by the lipoproteins are low-density lipoproteins LDL (bad cholesterol) and high-density lipoprotein HDL (good cholesterol).

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I have high cholesterol. Is taking Hridya Amrit safe?

Query: Hello doctor, I have high cholesterol. (Total :250, Ldl:160, Triglyceride: 240, Hdl:41, BP: 125/78)The local doctor gave me Arjuna syrup with Patanjali Hridya amrit. But, I have a query Hridya amrit will affect my heart and lower my BP. I do not have blood pressure and Hridya amrit is used for high ...  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and saw all your reports (attachment has been removed to protect patient identity). See, both these tablets are used for high blood pressure as well as for cardiovascular disease. There is some difference between contents of both. As far as yo...  Read Full »

Homeopathic and natural way of reducing cholesterol level.

Query: Hi, What is the best natural way and homeopathic way of reducing cholesterol level?  Read Full »


Dr. Neeru Bharadwaj

Answer: Hi, You have a general question about reducing the cholesterol level. Follow the suggestions below: Reduce the fatty diet consumption - Avoid fatty food like fatty milk, curd, yogurt, pork, meat etc. Eat green vegetables and fruits - Eat only boiled vegetables for 2 weeks with minimal salt and lots...  Read Full »

My dad has burning sensation on the right side of his body. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, My father usually jogged every morning and does regular exercise. His bowels are not clear and the right side of his body has a burning sensation. As per the Ayurvedic doctor, his cholesterol is increasing. So, please can you help me with some probable reasons for the above problem and...  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Burning sensation in the body can be due to Pitta dosha increase. Moreover, your doctor's advice regarding an increased cholesterol level and prescribed treatment are also right. You can follow the same prescription you are following. He has to take treatment regular...  Read Full »

I have high cholesterol, and I want to reduce it. How to reduce it?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 29 years old female with a proper BMI index, but I have high blood cholesterol. I do not have any other physical problem. I did not start any medicine. I do yoga. I want to decrease my cholesterol level.  Read Full »


Dr. Sheetal Kamble

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If the cholesterol level is too high, like above 300 or so, then you will need to take medications. But if it is less than that, then you can control it with natural remedies, food, and exercise. You can continue doing yoga. Also, you can do vigorous exercises (only ...  Read Full »

I have high levels of blood sugar and cholesterol. What is the appropriate treatment for me based on my reports?

Query: Hi doctor, I am having high sugar and cholestrol levels. I have attached my blood report. Kindly analyze my blood report and suggest me the treatment.  Read Full »


Dr. Farzana Roshan. M

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. I have gone through your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity), your sugar level is high but your liver and renal function is quiet abnormal. Have you ever taken an abdominal scan? If not pleas...  Read Full »

My cholesterol levels are high, and I feel dizzy while lying down. Please suggest ayurvedic or herbal medicines.

Query: Hi doctor, I am 34 years old. Recently I checked my lipid profile total cholesterol was 275 and LDL was 195, Triglycerides-141, and HDL-52. I have avoided oily foods and deep oil fry and am only vegetarian. I feel dizzy while lying down on beds. Please suggest ayurvedic or herbal medicine to lower m...  Read Full »


Dr. Yogesh Chavan

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. In your lipid profile report, total cholesterol and LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol is elevated. The rise in lipid profile is mainly due to excess intake of an oily and fatty diet, sedentary lifestyle, decreased liver function, faul...  Read Full »

Can I take Arjunarishta to control cholesterol?

Query: Hi docor, Can I take Arjunarishta? I have high cholesterol and I am using Rozavel 5 mg.  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hello sir, I just read your query. Arjunarishta is advised in conditions like high cholesterol level. As you have this problem, you can take it along with your current medicine. But keep some gap between your allopathic medicine and Arjunarishta. Arjunarishta is not advised in diabetic patients. So...  Read Full »

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