Ingredients
Natural Source Phytosterol Complex (Plant Sterols)
Fenugreek Seed (Trigonella foenum-graecum)
Blended in a base of natural Calcium, and Brown Rice
Organicaps® Certified Kosher and Parve Vegetarian capsules

Dosage Forms
Cholesterol Clean is available in Organicaps® capsules with 60 in each bottle. Organicaps® are 100% Vegetarian and certified Kosher and Parve.

Indications
Hypercholesterolemia, also known as high cholesterol is so prevalent, its now considered an epidemic by the Department of Health and Human Services.

One of the most significant disease prevention discoveries is that elevated cholesterol levels accelerate atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. High cholesterol has proven to be a leading contributor to heart disease, strokes, and peripheral vascular disease.

Cholesterol Clean contains a natural, vegetarian phytosterol complex along with high fiber fenugreek seed and brown rice.

Phytosterols are plant fats similar to cholesterol that have been clinically proven to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. High fiber supplements are a critical component to maintaining cholesterol levels.

Contraindications
Ensure you take Cholesterol Clean Organicaps® with meals.

Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found among the lipids (fats) in all your body's cells and your bloodstream. Cholesterol is an important part of a healthy body. It is used to form cell membranes, hormones and other tissues. But high levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream (hypercholesterolemia) are a major risk factor for coronary heart disease, which leads to heart attacks.

Cholesterol comes from two sources. Your body makes it in the liver, and some comes from animal products that you eat - meats, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy. Fruits, vegetables, grains, and herbs contain no cholesterol.

Cholesterol and other fats can't dissolve in the blood. They have to be transported to and from the cells by special carriers called lipoproteins and there are two kinds that you need to be concerned with.

Low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, is known as the "bad" cholesterol. Too much LDL cholesterol can clog the arteries to your heart and increase your risk of heart attack. High-density lipoprotein, or HDL, is known as the "good" cholesterol. Your body makes HDL cholesterol for your protection. It travels away from your arteries. Studies suggest that high levels of HDL cholesterol reduce your risk of heart attacks.

The Silent Killer
Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) permits the accumulation of cholesterol and other fats on the walls of the arteries. These accumulations are referred to as plaque, and the condition where plaque narrows or blocks arteries is referred to as atherosclerosis. Almost 1 million Americans die each year from this condition, more than any other disease.

Atherosclerosis is a silent, painless process that results in reduced blood flow. If reduced flow occurs in the arteries around your heart (coronary arteries), it can lead to a type of chest pain called angina.
As the plaque enlarges, the inner lining of your artery becomes roughened. A tear or rupture in the plaque may cause a blood clot to form. Such a clot can block the flow of blood or break free and plug an artery downstream.

When the flow of blood to a part of your heart is stopped, the condition is called a heart attack. If blood flow to a part of your brain stops, the condition is called a stroke.

Poor lifestyle choices - diet, obesity, inactivity, and smoking have all been implicated as contributor to High LDL cholesterol levels. Proper supplementation can help prevent and reverse elevated LDL cholesterol levels and even more so when assisted by exercise and healthy diet.

Cholesterol Fighters
Until recently doctors only began to prescribe cholesterol medication in patients with multiple risk factors in addition to high LDL cholesterol levels. New guidelines have been developed, instructing doctors to begin looking at preventing elevated LDL cholesterol levels in a large portion of the general public.

Phytosterols offer a unique option in cholesterol treatment. Clinical trials have proven their efficacy in reducing LDL cholesterol levels, and their safety even at exceptionally high dosages. They can be used effectively on their own or in combination with pharmaceutical treatment. Other anti-cholesterol products block substances needed for cholesterol production, thereby reducing levels in the liver and stimulating the liver to remove cholesterol from the bloodstream. Although this approach may be effective at reducing blood LDL levels it's likely to damage the liver in the process.

Phytosterols work differently. They lower blood cholesterol levels by blocking the body's ability to absorb LDL cholesterol. Because phytosterols are structurally similar to cholesterol, they compete with cholesterol for absorption by intestinal cells. Because of this, phytosterols are able to reduce absorption of both sources of LDL cholesterol, dietary (from the food we eat) and biliary (from our liver).

This mechanism is key to phytosterols effectiveness on its own as well as in conjunction with cholesterol reducing drugs. Because they act differently, the phytosterols support the drugs and work in synergy combatting LDL cholesterol on multiple fronts.

Fenugreek Seed
Fenugreek is added to the phytosterol complex in a supportive role. It acts to enhance and improve the anticholesterol actions of the phytosterol complex.

Fenugreek seeds contain compounds known as steroidal saponins that inhibit cholesterol absorption in the intestines as well as cholesterol production by the liver. Additionally, Fenugreek seeds are very high in soluble fiber that acts to reduce LDL cholesterol levels and triglycerides.

Multiple human clinical studies have found that fenugreek can help lower total cholesterol in persons with moderate atherosclerosis and insulin-dependent or non-insulin-dependent diabetes, the groups that are at higher risk for heart disease.

Phytosterols
Phytosterols are compounds found only in plants. They are similar to cholesterol. However, they differ from cholesterol in structure, shape and function. Unlike cholesterol, phytosterols have been clinically proven to have many health promoting and healing effects.

Unfortunately, phytosterols are leached out of our diets by modern food processing preparation techniques. Even vegetarians who eat a large amount of unprocessed plant products often have insufficient phytosterol intake. This is partially due to phytosterols being hard for our bodies to separate from the plant fibers to which they are bound.

Multiple clinical studies have shown that phytosterols are vital in combating heart disease. They lower blood cholesterol levels, and triglycerides. Phytosterols eliminate unnecessary bad cholesterol (LDL) that would otherwise be absorbed into the blood stream, without affecting good cholesterol (HDL) levels. Phytosterols reduce blood cholesterol by blocking the body's ability to absorb both the bad cholesterol (LDL) in the foods we eat (dietary) and the bad cholesterol our bodies produce (biliary). These findings have lead the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to allow Phytosterol products to claim cholesterol lowering effects and allow their use in the treatment and prevention of bad cholesterol. The evidence is so compelling that the United States National Institute of Health now recommends the intake of phytosterols to help reduce bad cholesterol levels.

Storage
Cholesterol Clean Organicaps® should be stored away from heat and light until it is required. It can be kept in a purse, briefcase, or back pack. Ensure that the cap is tightly secured when not in use.

Usage
As a food supplement, take one Cholesterol Clean Organicap® capsule 3 times daily or as directed by a health care practitioner. To achieve optimal absorption, take immediately before meals. Store in a dry place, away from heat and light. Like most natural supplements, Cholesterol Clean takes time to work; optimal effectiveness should occur after 6-8 weeks of uninterrupted use.

Complimentary Therapies
Proper nutrition is vital to good health. Choose a well-balanced multivitamin and mineral. Be sure to drink plenty of water and juice, instead of coffee, tea or sodas. Avoid artificial ingredients and prepared or packaged foods.

Chlorophyll is vital for body and blood cleansing, as well as for overall health. It assists the body to remove toxins, while providing oxygen and necessary minerals to replenish cells.

Clog Cleanse is the all-natural high fiber formula. Fiber is key to controlling cholesterol. Supplementing with high fiber sources such as Clog Cleanse can help control LDL cholesterol levels, improving cardiovascular health.

OregaPlus Organicaps® enhance the bodies natural defense system while energizing and assisting the entire body. Additionally, the combination of guaranteed potency oregano oil, onion, garlic and mountain sumac provide many vital nutrients that help to strengthen the body.

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