Is there a cure for high cholesterol?

Answer 1

Most all drugs have the possibility of producing negative effects. I have a fellow professor at the college I teach at that was on lipitor. When they changed his medication, he developed cancerous tumors within the rib cage. However, because the cancer was not genetically produced, they were able to control it. Always weight out the risks involved, and make sure the physician gives you full disclosure on the medication he/she recommends.

Answer 2

Yes, there are several groups of cholesterol lowering drugs; the most common used are statins. Other groups include, bile acid sequestrants, niacin (called a drug because of the high dosage used in order to lower cholesterol), and fibrates.

Answer 3

The medication should never be viewed as a substitute for other measures ordered by the physician. Cholesterol-reducing drugs will not cure problems that cause high cholesterol; they will only help control cholesterol levels.

Answer 4

Yes, there are many diets that you can go on to help lower your bad cholesterol levels. The most important thing to keep in mind is that healthy is best, so a lot of fresh, organic fruits and veggies will do you well on your quest to lower bad cholesterol.

Answer 5

Instead of going on medication, the best way to lower your bad cholesterol is with a healthy diet. You should eat foods with good cholesterol and stay away from the foods with bad cholesterol in them.

Answer 6

Yes, take Lipitor or Fluvastatin. Eat low fat, low cholesterol diet. Increased fiber in the diet. Exercise.