Debunking Cholesterol Myths: Fact vs. Fiction for Heart Health

Want to Lower High Cholesterol? Avoid these myths and sort fact from fiction.

Instructions

• 1

  Use #1
  Fiction: Cholesterol levels increase with age.
  Fact: Cholesterol level depends on family history, life style, eating habits and lipid profile. It is advisable to get cholesterol levels checked every five years irrespective of one's age.

• 2

  Use #2
  Fiction: One has a normal cholesterol level if one doesn't get sick often and exercises regularly.
  Fact: There are no signs or symptoms to show that the level of cholesterol is high. The levels depend on host of other factor such as family profile, weight, diet, gender etc.

• 3

  Use #3
  Fiction: Intake of vitamin C and E supplements will help in keeping cholesterol level within limits.
  Fact: Total dietary habits are responsible for the level of cholesterol and taking vitamin C and E might not be of much help. Adopting a low fat diet and exercising regularly might go a long way in reducing cholesterol levels.

• 4

  Use #4
  Fiction: Consumption of red wine regularly helps in low risk of heart disease.
  Fact: Though a small quantity of red wine might help in increasing good cholesterol known as HDL, the alcohol content might effect liver due to increased consumption and lead to rise in blood pressure in the long run.

• 5

  Use #5
  Fiction: Opt for health products in the markets with low cholesterol.
  Fact: Most of these health products have high saturated fats due to sodium glutamate and other preservatives.

• 6

  Use #6

  Fiction: Overweight people are destined to have high cholesterol levels.
  Fact: Though obesity is a contributing factor in increasing cholesterol levels, it is not the cause. The causes vary from gender, diet to family history and life style.