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LDL 167 & Total cholesterol 237
Hi my cholesterol levels - LDL 167 & Total cholesterol 237 & triglycerides 111. Kindly prescribe me ayurvedic medicine to lower the levels. Also advice the natural remedies to lower .Thanks in advance.
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Asking random medicine doesn't help sometimes. Everyone has different prakriti vikruti dosha imbalances so the detailed history required before starting any medicine. Sometimes taking medicines by itself can increase the other imbalances.
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Consult an ayurvedic expert for specific medicine
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avoid junk food oily heavy fried food outside food processed food preservative food pickle nonveg refined food
Do yoga and walk daily
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It requires proper analysis of the disease and causes. Increased levels are the result of underlying pathology. Kindly consult with more details
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Arjun ghan vati 2 tab BD for one month then repeat blood test
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Add garlic clove empty stomach, turmeric powder, cinnamon powder, methi seeds.arjan arisht
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avoid spicy, food junkfood processed oilyhotfood nonveg sugar fried food eat timely fresh fruit, vegetable timely.
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do regular exercise,yoga, pranayam, meditation daily for30 minutes.
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For a proper assessment, we would need to review your complete lipid profile, not just your LDL level. Your LDL cholesterol is on the higher side and needs attention.
First, we need to know how long your cholesterol levels have been elevated and whether this is the first time you have noticed such high levels.
Ayurveda does offer internal medicines that may help manage cholesterol levels. However, these should be prescribed only after consulting a doctor who can review your complete lipid profile and assess your medical history and other relevant details.
Lifestyle modifications are also important. Regular physical activity, appropriate exercise, and dietary changes can help. You can reduce your intake of foods high in saturated fats and limit excess salt, while making other dietary adjustments based on your current eating habits. We can review your existing diet plan and suggest suitable modifications during a consultation.
Regular follow-up and repeat lipid profile testing are essential to assess your progress. Depending on how high your LDL is and your overall cardiovascular risk, lifestyle changes alone may or may not be sufficient. If the elevation is mild and your overall risk is low, a doctor may recommend lifestyle modifications and reassessment after about 8–12 weeks. If your LDL is significantly elevated, it is important not to delay medical evaluation or any necessary treatment while waiting for lifestyle changes to work.
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Hello. Based on your reports, your Total Cholesterol (237 mg/dL) and LDL or 'bad' cholesterol (167 mg/dL) are currently elevated and definitely require attention. On the positive side, your Triglycerides (111 mg/dL) are well within the normal and healthy range.
In Ayurveda, high cholesterol is viewed as an imbalance of Agni (digestive fire) leading to the accumulation of 'Ama' (toxins) and 'Meda Dhatu' (excess fat tissue) blocking the channels (Srotas). Ayurveda has excellent, highly effective herbs like Arjuna, Guggulu, and Lashuna (Garlic) that naturally help cleanse the blood vessels, improve fat metabolism, and safely lower LDL levels without causing any weakness.
However, to prescribe the exact dosage of these classical formulations and to plan a target-oriented treatment, I need to understand your daily physical activity and gut health. If you want a structured treatment plan, please click the "Consult" button below to share your details with me in a private chat (DM).
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1. Incorporate daily physical activity: Dedicate at least 30 to 45 minutes every day to brisk walking, cycling, or active yoga (like Surya Namaskar). Physical movement is crucial to stimulate metabolic Agni and burn excess Meda Dhatu.
2. Modify dietary fats: Completely eliminate deep-fried foods, bakery items containing trans fats, and hydrogenated oils (vanaspati). Switch to small quantities of cow's ghee or cold-pressed mustard/til oil for cooking.
3. Schedule a follow-up test: Give these lifestyle and herbal modifications a disciplined trial for about 8 to 12 weeks, and then repeat your Lipid Profile test to objectively track your progress.
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1. Simple home remedies: You can start chewing one small clove of raw garlic (Lashuna) empty stomach in the morning with warm water, as it naturally regulates cholesterol synthesis. Drinking warm water mixed with a teaspoon of honey and a few drops of lemon juice also helps scrape fat deposits.
2. Early dinner habit: Try to finish your last meal of the day by 7:30 PM or at least 2-3 hours before sleeping. Late-night heavy dinners slow down digestion and heavily contribute to liver-based cholesterol production.
3. Verify the physical labels: Whenever you buy any over-the-counter Ayurvedic single-herb supplements, always verify the manufacturer details, expiry dates, and composition on the physical labels for purity.
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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailments before consuming any medicine
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No need to worry much
But dont neglect
Take
Arogyavardhini vati 2-0-2 after food
Medhohara vati 2-0-2 after food
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Great initiative to take full charge of health and fitness in your own hands
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Best to honour Non pharmacological approach by 2meals a day
exercises till u sweat is the only authentic way....to complete and engage in endurance training
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Dr. Jyoti Arora Monga
Ayurveda
26 yrs exp
Delhi
Dear Sir,
Your LDL level of 167 and Total Cholesterol of 237 are elevated and require attention, though your triglycerides are currently in a better range at 111. It is excellent that you are proactively seeking Ayurvedic medicines and natural remedies to manage your health.
To safely prescribe the correct Ayurvedic medications and design an effective natural diet and lifestyle plan, we must first evaluate your unique body constitution (Prakriti) and medical history. We highly recommend booking an online consultation with our clinic so we can create a personalized treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs.
Please let us know when you would like to schedule your appointment.
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Your LDL and total cholesterol are above the usual healthy range, while your triglycerides are normal. This pattern often responds well to diet and lifestyle changes first, especially since you have no other reported health conditions.
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Cut back on saturated fat, fried food and refined carbs, add more fibre, nuts and fish, and build in regular exercise for a few months, then repeat the lipid panel. A physician can tell you whether medication is also needed based on your overall heart-risk profile, not just these two numbers.
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Please don't rely on natural remedies alone. Consult your physician, since LDL left high for years raises your heart disease risk.
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