High cholesterol is quite common in India, with cases numbering around 10 million each year. Although common, people still develop misconceptions about high cholesterol, often resulting in the mismanagement of the condition.
Like the myth that cholesterol levels can’t be controlled (there are various products to manage cholesterol), we’ll debunk several others to give you the cholesterol facts you can rely on.
Myth: All cholesterol is bad for you
Fact: Cholesterol is an essential whitish-yellow fat substance vital for body functions. It is produced in the liver then moves through the body on lipoproteins.
Two main types of cholesterol are:
LDL (low-density lipoprotein), also known as bad cholesterol, raises heart attacks and strokes risks. A high amount of LDL clogs arteries with plaque and restricts blood flow.
HDL (high-density lipoprotein), also known as good cholesterol, carries body cholesterol back to the liver, where it’s later removed. A high amount of HDL helps reduce the risks of heart attacks and strokes.
Myth: No need to check cholesterol before middle age
Fact: People can face the risks of high cholesterol irrespective of age. Even without a family history of heart disease or other risk factors, it’s recommended that children aged 9-11 years get one cholesterol test; young adults aged 17-21 years get one cholesterol test; adults aged above 20 years get regular cholesterol tests, every 4-6 years.
Myth: High cholesterol is a men’s problem
Fact: Indeed, high cholesterol occurs a little later in women than men, but the risks involved are just the same. Heart diseases are a common cause of death among women, so for them too, it’s vital to check cholesterol levels, especially in the following phases:
- pregnancy
- breastfeeding
- hormonal changes
- menopause
Myth: Only overweight people have high cholesterol
Fact: Know that a lean body isn’t immune to high cholesterol. Although being overweight increases the risk of high cholesterol, thin people need to get their cholesterol levels checked from time to time.
Myth: Cholesterol levels are a result of diet and exercise
Fact: A heart-healthy diet and lifestyle are essential for controlling cholesterol levels, but it doesn’t mean that there aren’t other acting variables. Apart from diet and lifestyle, factors like age and obesity also play their part in determining cholesterol levels. Some people even inherit high cholesterol from their parents. So, consider all these factors for making an informed decision.
Myth: I take medicines, no need to worry about diet and lifestyle
Fact: While taking medication or using certain products to improve cholesterol levels, don’t forget to include a heart-healthy diet and lifestyle. Medicines will reduce cholesterol production in the liver, only to be increased later by an unhealthy diet and lifestyle. So, eat a heart-healthy diet and spread an exercise routine of 150-300 minutes over the week to maintain control over your cholesterol levels.
What are the best products to maintain cholesterol levels?
eMedica Wellness Device
eMedica is an electronic medical device that modulates the body’s electromagnetic frequency to its optimum levels. Since every disease works on a particular frequency, the eMedica wellness device targets & treats them with a dedicated frequency.
How does it maintain cholesterol levels?
High cholesterol occurs due to the accumulation of cholesterol and other deposits on the walls of arteries. The plaque blocks blood flow, leading to complications like heart attacks and strokes.
The eMedica wellness device burns the buildup of fat in the bloodstream, improves blood circulation and cell charge to help maintain the cholesterol levels under control. Use the eMedica wellness device twice daily to improve your cholesterol levels without any medication, invasion or side effects.
