Cholesterol

Very high or very low levels of cholesterol can both cause health problems. There are two types of cholesterol: high-density lipoproteins (HDL) and low-density lipoproteins (LDL). In terms of heart disease risk, HDL cholesterol is considered good (healthy), while LDL is considered bad (lousy). Total cholesterol is the sum of HDL and LDL. High HDL in the total cholesterol count does not give much cause for concern.

But, low levels of HDL and high LDL is a cause for worry, even if the total cholesterol reading is low. This increases the risk of heart disease as cholesterol builds up in the gallbladder and blood vessels. Such a condition also raises the risk of a stroke and insulin-resistant diabetes. Hence, the important measure of cholesterol is the HDL/LDL ratio.

Statins (cholesterol lowering medicines) block the liver from producing cholesterol. This results in the reduction of coenzyme q10, a heart protecting enzyme, produced by the liver. Prolong use of statins thus causes damage to the heart.

LDL is brain fuel. Insufficient LDL causes dementia, Alzheimer’s’, muscle wastage and even breast cancer. A few other effects of low cholesterol are:

• Depression
• Stroke
• Depletion of important vitamins D, E, C, & A
• Cancer
• Heart Diseases 

Factors that may increase cholesterol 

Hereditary: Certain enzymes are necessary for the body to balance the breakdown of fats and manage its storage. Any imbalance or abnormal production of these enzymes can lead to an accumulation of fats that can damage many organs in the body.

Gaucher’s disease: This hereditary condition is the most common type of lipid storage disease. It is caused by a deficiency of an enzyme called glucocerebrosidase and causes fat to collect in the brain, lungs, liver, spleen, kidneys and bone marrow. This causes the organs to enlarge, swell and malfunction and also causes bone disorders and painful lesions.

Metabolic disorders: Lipid oxidation disorders are caused by a deficiency of the enzymes needed to break down fats to produce energy. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, this decreases energy in the body and leads to delayed physical and mental development.

According to Ayurveda, the body is made up of five elements and so are all the things that we eat. Excess cholesterol, as per this ancient system of medicine, is simply a result of improper digestive fire.

Here’s the Ayurvedic explanation of the complex process in the human body:

Jattaraghni is responsible for digestion. While Bhutagni transfers the energy from the food consumed to the body to support the panchamahabutas in the system. Dhatvagni refers to tissue metabolism. According to Ayurveda, the body is made up of seven dhatus– Rasa (body fluids like lymph), Rakta (blood and its components), Mamsa (muscular system), Meda (adipose or fat tissue), Asthi (skeletal system), Majja (Bone marrow) and ShukraDhatu (reproductive system). The nutrients absorbed from the intestine are processed in each of these systems by the respective dhatvagnis for their nourishment, proper functioning and development. When the body is in a Dosha-free state, the Agni present is Samaghni.

Punarjani’s treatment is aimed at reducing the Ama and increasing all the Agnis, thereby balancing and reducing the excess cholesterol in the body and averting the risks of cholesterol-caused diseases.

Our Ayurvedic Arka medicine, Lipidsol –

• Corrects lipid profile and brings down harmful cholesterol
• Fights against plaque build-up in the arteries
• Does not increase the risk of diabetes
• Brings total relief from symptoms like chest pain, fatigue and breathlessness
• Helps in increasing metabolism and appetite
• Can be taken as a diet supplement
• Improves digestion of fats in the diet

Pnarjani’s medicines DO NOT contain hidden sugars, colours or preservatives and is safe for long-term use.