Complete Heart Health Part V: Oxidized Cholesterol

Which is more harmful “cholesterol” or “oxidized cholesterol” ?

It seems to me that everyone worries about their cholesterol number, their LDL cholesterol number, since research established an association with LDL cholesterol levels that are elevated, much higher than normal, and increased risk of cardiovascular heart health risks. For this reason, you may not hear about the role that antioxidants play in heart health and the importance of obtaining antioxidants in the diet when on a cholesterol health program, even though there is also a connection between heart health and fruit/vegetable intake rich in antioxidants.

Cholesterol is a waxy substance that plays a role in our body, and has a purpose. However LDL cholesterol that has become oxidized adheres more easily to the arterial wall, thus inhibiting circulation and blood flow to the heart.

Antioxidants help inhibit the oxidation process which makes cholesterol harmful to the arteries. In fact, the medical reports that the doctors read, report that oxidative stress has been linked to arteriosclerosis in postmenopausal women. The importance of antioxidants for heart and cholesterol health can not be underestimated.

For this reason, we recommend using Res-Q CellPower, an antioxidant supplement, for those taking Res-Q LDL-x2 with Niacin and Res-Q 1250 to continue to maintain their cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range, because the reason we watch our cholesterol levels is to promote the health of our arteries.

Res-Q Resveratrol, and Res-Q Multi may be used along with Res-Q CellPower for additional antioxidant health benefits. Using multiple antioxidants together may provide further health benefits.

Does your diet consist of antioxidants?

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References:

Oxidative Stress Linked to Arteriosclerosis in Postmenopausal Women, Reuters. Hypertension, 2005;451107-1112