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Which supplements support healthy cholesterol levels?Updated a month ago

While we do not sell products intended to treat or cure any disease, including high cholesterol, we can provide educational research to share with your healthcare provider. Interestingly, consuming healthy fats like eggs and butter may actually offer unique benefits for your cholesterol profile. 

Important Note: This information does not apply to individuals with familial hypercholesterolemia or those who are "hyper-responders" to dietary fats. 

The Vital Roles of Cholesterol 

Cholesterol is not a "poison"; it is a fundamental building block for your body. It is essential for: 

  • Hormone Production: The precursor for estrogen, testosterone, and cortisol.
  • Vitamin D Synthesis: Your skin requires cholesterol to convert sunlight into Vitamin D.
  • Brain & Nerve Support: Much of your brain and nervous system is composed of cholesterol.
  • Immune & Cellular Health: It supports cell membrane integrity and the immune system.
  • Digestion: It is a necessary component for making bile salts to digest fat.

The Benefits of Eggs and Butter 

  • Egg Yolks: These are rich in choline and lecithin, which act as "fat-mobilizers." While one egg contains roughly 186mg of cholesterol, the body naturally produces about 3,000 mgdaily. Research indicates that dietary cholesterol has a negligible impact on blood levels for most people and does not negatively affect cardiovascular health.
  • Grass-Fed & Cultured Butter:These are excellent sources of Vitamin K2,which helps keep calcium out of the arteries and in the bones. Cultured butter provides friendly microbes that help regulate cholesterol. Butter also contains Beta-carotene, CLA, and butyric acid,all of which support metabolic health.

Natural Support for Cholesterol Balance 

If you are looking for natural ways to support healthy cholesterol levels, consider discussing these options with your doctor: 

  • Exercise: Helps improve HDL (the "good" cholesterol) and lowers triglycerides.
  • Vitamin B3 (Niacin): Well-known for its ability to support healthy lipid profiles.
  • Nattokinase: An enzyme that supports healthy blood flow and cardiovascular function.
  • Red Yeast Extract & Bile Salts: Both can help the body better regulate and mobilize cholesterol.

Eat Eggs and Butter and Lower Your Cholesterol 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQPfYghxXQI 

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