How to Lower Cholesterol Naturally in 4 Steps | Dr. Josh Axe

Cholesterol is a naturally occurring substance made by the liver and required by the body for the proper function of cells, nerves and hormones. Normally, cholesterol is kept in balance. But, the standard western diet typically contains a large number of hydrogenated fats and refined carbohydrates, which can lead to an imbalance.

In this episode of Ancient Medicine Today, I’ll share exactly what cholesterol is, foods to eat to support balanced cholesterol as well as foods to avoid and essential oils, supplements and natural remedies to help keep your cholesterol levels in check. Watch to learn more.
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Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS, is a doctor of chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine and clinical nutritionist with a passion to help people eat healthily and live a healthy lifestyle.
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This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.

[danbergsven]

I lowered my cholesterol from 294 to 187 in three months by going to a whole food plant based diet and riding bicycle every day and I got off my blood pressure med.

[life]

Cut out sugar, whites and carbs, exercise and reduced stress, my BP and triglycerides came back to normal in 3 months. Lost 10 lbs! Cook with olive oil and a lifestyle changed helps.😊

[chelseaohara]

Doctors like to pump us with medication. Thankful we have doctor like you that help us heal our body naturally 🙏 ❤

[melissastreeter]

June 21, 2023, 8:00 a.m. Central. The landmark moment I discovered your channel after my doctor prescribed Lipitor. "You don't want to die of a heart attack, do you?" My doctor is a long-time university professor. I agreed to a low dosage, bothered by the scary side effects. Dr. Axe, *you* should be the guest speaker in all these medical schools. Today am going to my health food store to pick up everything you mentioned. Your viewers' comments, also encouraging.

[paulalaye]

Hey doctor really enjoyed this video tonight.. I'm a sixty four year old lady in the UK who weighed 16stone and had very high cholesterol ie 6.8 and now after losing weight, nearly two stone my cholesterol has come down to 5.2, my doctor is amazed at how I've managed to do it. And that is no bread, no crisps, no cakes or pastries, no processed meats, no ready made meals, next to no meat only chicken with no skin... Just tons of vegs, salads, porridge in the morning with dried fruits, almond or cashew nut milk, houmous with ryvitas for lunch or veg soup, then chicken and vegs or salads In The evening, feel great.. Thanks paula

[Sayerdify]

Some people seem to be confused, from reading the comments. Garlic must be raw and minced and must sit at least ten minutes before swallowing . Cooking it or swallowing it like a 'pill' does not do the job. You need to release the allicin in the garlic. Turmeric must be cooked and added carrier oil needs to accompany it along with freshly ground peppercorns. He didn't mention this but also add raw ginger (minced) and acv. If you add cinnamon only use Ceylon. Manuka honey KFactor16.

[Damism]

Well, have you heard of skinny fat.? I’m super skinny but my total cholesterol was 238 and ldl was 131 four months ago. By cutting down the amount of red meats from my diet, adding oatmeal, salmon, krill oil, more vegetables daily and walking 30 mins 3or more times a week, my cholesterol is now at 181 and LDL 93. My goal is to have the total below 150 and LDL below 70 by my next annual check up.

[jamestboy]

My mom used red yeast rice And was too scared to take the drugs they prescribed her to lower her cholesterol so she didn’t tell the doctors that she didn’t use them she only used the red yeast rice and she lowered it dramatically

[nancybeaver]

Hey Josh, great to see you again. I've followed you for years and have your books. Now that I have survived Covid after a 2 year struggle, I just had my blood checked cuz I am ready to get back to my life and need to rebuild what was lost. My LDL is 190 and my HDL is 5.00. Surprised due to thought I was eating healthy. Thank you for the video and information, for I choose to lower my cholesterol safely and thoroughly. While I do a dry sauna, Red Light Therapy, Chiropractic care, drink lots of water/tea/mushroom coffee and eat fish and Micro greens, I look to increase the consistency along with adding a stretch class 5x/week along with working my way back to walking three miles a day! Mentally, I am so looking forward to getting back what I feel I lost.
Bless you!

[victoriaf.]

Thank you for this information. My doctor prescribed medication, which immediately after taking ONE pill caused side effects. So, I threw the pills away, no more!

[steve_anderson]

Thanks! I had to come back for a refresher. Chlorestol has gone up and my doctor wants to put me on meds. I have fixed this before with exercise and lifestyle changes. I'm already a vegetarian so I know I can do this.

[genavivehamilton]

Thank you so much Dr. Axe you have been way helpful than my regular Dr. who did not inform me that my Cholesterol went up high after my goal bladder was removed 6 months ago, I had to go to a specialist last week and found out have bad it is. Thank you. God bless you and your family. I am so glad I found you and I will for sure fallow you and recommend you to all my friends and family. Sincerely, Helen J. Weller

[codygraika]

Can menopause peri menopause cause cholesterol issues

[theofficialsamoanstoner]

Only 25 and mine is 180...I’m changing my life around for my two kids...I didn’t think it would be this bad this fast.

[dlg]

CoQ10 and high quality fish oil are definitely great for cardiovascular health, but I'm surprised you skipped niacin (B3) because it is perhaps the most effective natural vitamin for treating cholesterol issues. I've been taking all 3 of these supplements for years and the best part is that the ubiquinol (CoQ10) counteracts the possible side effects of the niacin. I haven't had any heart issues or any health issues at all since I began this regimen. I also take a high quality all natural multivitamin, Ester C and Vitamin D3. These 6 supplements with a reasonably well balanced diet have kept me healthy and off of all medications, I will take them for the rest of my life.

[patriciakapua]

Hi Doctor Axe
This is great information. Presented very well of course by you. But this is done six years ago. Could you bring us up today? Really appreciate it from Hawaii.

[abolisohoni]

Hello
My total cholesterol is 215, HDL is 60, LDL is 140, Triglycerides is 73, Cholesterol to HDL ratio 3.6
I walk for 30 min a day atleast 5 times a week.

[jasonlayne]

Best informational video!!! I learned so much in 5 minutes! Thank you Dr.Josh, you are a lifesaver! 👍🏻

[TheCkapothubre]

This is best video ever on how to lower cholesterol. Thanks a lot, Dr. Axe!

[Sabbath_Services]

Thank you so much Dr.Axe! This is life changing. Please continue changing lives for the better!