Choleste-Care™

Product Description

• Choleste-Care offers a natural answer to the cholesterol question while also protecting against damaging free radical attacks.*
• Choleste-Care has a plant-derived formula with a proprietary herbal blend, including Standardized Red Yeast Rice Extract.

Total Quantity: 90 capsules (30 day supply) $40.50 USD

Features/Benefits

• Contains a unique proprietary herbal blend highly regarded in Chinese medicine for heart health.
• Beta-Sitosterol — a natural plant fat that is used metabolically by the body.*
• Dan Shen — used in Chinese medicine to promote healthy blood circulation.*
• Garlic — an herbal ally in the fight against cholesterol.*
• Includes antioxidant vitamins, natural vitamin E and vitamin C.

Who Should Use

Choleste-Care is great for adults concerned with heart health.

How to Use

Take four capsules daily with dinner for two weeks. Thereafter, take three capsules daily with dinner. Works best when used in conjunction with regular exercise and a heart-healthy diet. Always consult your healthcare professional if you are currently taking medication or have any other health conditions before taking this, or any similar product. Immediately discontinue use if you experience any unexplained muscle pain or tenderness, especially when accompanied by flu-like symptoms. Do not use if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or nursing; you are at risk of liver disease, have active liver disease or any history of liver disease; you are taking blood thinning medication; or you consume more than two alcoholic drinks per day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is cholesterol and what role does it play in heart health?

Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance found within fats in the bloodstream and in the body's cells. Cholesterol is transported within the body by two major lipoprotein carriers called LDL (also known as "bad" cholesterol) and HDL ("good" cholesterol). LDL cholesterol promotes the buildup of fatty plaque inside arteries, while HDL protects against plaque buildup. When LDL cholesterol is too high it settles on the inside walls of blood vessels. As it builds up, the blood vessels become clogged and the blood can't flow to the heart, brain and other organs properly. When this happens, chances for heart attack and stroke increase. In contrast, HDL cholesterol can help remove excess cholesterol from the blood resulting in improved flow to these important organs.

How is cholesterol made by the body?

Scientists estimate that 80% of the body's cholesterol is made in the liver and the remaining 20% is supplied to the body through diet. To a certain natural balance point, cholesterol is essential for healthy hormone production and cell membrane structure. This natural balance point is determined by a biochemical relationship between the liver and an enzyme called HMG-COA reductase. The liver creates cholesterol until the HMG-COA enzyme signals the body has enough and thereby, inhibits the production of cholesterol in the liver. For some, this internal regulatory system breaks-down, producing an excess amount of cholesterol. For others, bad cholesterol intake via fatty foods can slow down this natural, biofeedback system. Both result in unwanted, elevated cholesterol levels in the blood.

What cholesterol levels are desirable?

In the US, total cholesterol is a measure, in milligrams, of the total amount of cholesterol present per deciliter of blood. For heart-health assessment purposes, total cholesterol levels are defined as:
* Desirable <200mg/dL >
* Borderline-High 200-239 mg/dL
* High >239 mg/dL

For every 2 percentage points above 200, your risk for cardiovascular disease increases by 1 percent. So a measurement of 250 points means your risk is 25% higher than average. According to the Center for Disease Control, at least HALF of American adults (99.8 million people) have cholesterol levels above the desired, normal 200 mg/dL level. People in the borderline-high range (estimated 60 million) may have no symptoms at all, yet they may harbor a silent time bomb waiting to explode into serious heart issues. The most important way to know your status is to get your cholesterol checked regularly.

What are the International units of measure for blood cholesterol?

Internationally, total cholesterol is a measure, in millimoles, of the total amount of cholesterol present per liter of blood and is defined as:
Desirable <5.2 mmol/L >
Borderline-High 5.2 - 6.2 mmol/L
High >6.2 mmol/L

How do I begin to change my "bad" cholesterol?

Lifestyle modification. Improving the risk factors associated with chronic disease is a big step in the right direction. Three of the major risk factors include: 1) Lack of exercise - increasing your activity level can improve your natural defense system, condition your heart and lungs and, in some people, may lead to increased HDL levels. 2) Tobacco use - a major risk factor in heart disease and has been shown to lower HDL "good" cholesterol levels in the body. 3) Poor nutrition - fewer than 1/4 of US adults report eating the minimum recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables daily. A heart healthy diet should include a reduction of saturated fats and trans-fatty acids (found in meats and dairy products) and hydrogenated fats (found in margarine and processed foods) and an increase in the consumption of fresh vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

Are there particular instructions on how to take Choleste-Care?

Getting a jumpstart on heart health is important. Vemma recommends taking 4 capsules with dinner for the first two weeks. Thereafter, 3 capsules per day with dinner is recommended. Experience shows that Choleste-Care is most effective when taken at night. For those who also supplement with the Neutral C+ CoQ10, it is recommended to take the Neutral C+ CoQ10 in the morning or afternoon for maximum effectiveness.

Can I use Choleste-Care if I'm currently taking medication?
It is always recommended to consult your health care professional before you take this or any similar product. Particularly if you have any previous health conditions or if you are pregnant or nursing.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.