I have high cholesterol despite proper nutrition, what can I do?

Good morning, for several years I have had total cholesterol and LDL values above normal, in the last analysis total cholesterol of 232 with an LDL of 160 and an HDL of 65 and triglycerides in the normal range The values, even doing a strict diet and moderate physical activity, have always remained similar to those above, so much so that the Doctor who follows me said that the production of excess cholesterol depends on the fact that it is my body that produces it. No Doctor has ever suggested me to use statins, partly because of my age 43 years old partly because of always high HDL values. After this long preamble I wanted to ask you which of your products might best suit my needs. Thank you for any reply.

Dear Alexander ,

In your case, the product best suited to your needs that we would like to recommend is Cardiol Forte, a dietary supplement containing omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA from fish oil, fermented red rice extract, Olive extract titrated to Hydroxytyrosol, and Coenzyme Q10. Vitamin E, piperine, and folic acid (important for proper metabolism of homocysteine, a metabolite that in excess increases cardiovascular risk) complete the formulation. In addition, taking 250 mg of EPA and DHA daily contributes to normal heart function.

Cardiol Forte also contains Artichoke extract. This powdered extract obtained from the leaves of artichoke Cynara cardunculus L. is titrated to 10% chlorogenic acid and derivatives (biophenols) and 2% luteolin 7-glucoside and derivatives (flavonoids). The biophenols in Artichoke extract have cholagogic, choleretic and hepatoprotective activities; In addition, the flavonoids present inhibit cholesterol biosynthesis and protect LDL from oxidative damage. The recommended dose for Cardiol Forte is 1 capsule daily to be taken in the evening near dinner.

We recommend, of course, that you inform your treating physician of all dietary arrangements (diet, food supplements) that you plan to adopt as well as talk about the possibility of using our products: all this in order to decide with him on the most appropriate therapy. 

Best regards 

Silvia Lisciani Ph.D. Nutrition biologist