Non-Drug Ways to Promote Health by Lowering Cholesterol

Presented by Source content created by J. Adam Rindfleisch, MD, UW Integrative Medicine Program, and Asst. Prof., Dept. of Family Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Cholesterol is important for good health. What is Diet Cholesterol is important for good health. 

Exercise How does the body get too much cholesterol? High blood cholesterol can run in families.    How does the body get too much cholesterol? Exercise Your diet may include too many foods high in cholesterol. 

How will I benefit by lowering my cholesterol? Lowering cholesterol levels can reduce the risk of developing heart diseases.   Lowering cholesterol levels can reduce the risk for those with heart disease.

Understanding Cholesterol is measured through a simple blood test known as a lipoprotein profile.

What cholesterol levels are considered good? HDL LDL

Are there other ways to prevent heart disease? Avoid smoking  Minimize stress 

Mediterranean Diet Are non-drug therapies just as helpful as medications for heart health?

For More Information: University of Wisconsin Department of Family Medicine and Community Health https://www.fammed.wisc.edu/integrative

Non-Drug Ways to Promote Health by Lowering Cholesterol

FOR YOUR INFORMATION The information in this presentation is for general education. It is not meant to be used by a patient alone. Please work with your health care practitioner to use this information in the best way possible to promote your health.

PRODUCED BY