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Taking Lipitor For High Cholesterol. Shortness Of Breath While Climbing. Stress Test Normal. Can Reduce Cholesterol Drugs?

I am taking high cholesterol preventing drugs for the last 20 years. At peak it was near to 300. now for last 5 years it is near 225 with Lipitor drugs. A am 58 years and quite active. I generally walk about 5 kms a day six times a week and also do yoga for 20 minutes a day. ( Exercises prescribed in MR. SADAHIV NIMBALKAR'S BOOK). I do feel short of breath while climbing stairs and also my natural walking speed is lower than a person of 50-55. Stress tests every year for the last 5 years showed ok results. I do not smoke or drink and take 7 hours sleep every day. Should I reduce/ give up for 6 months cholesterol preventive drugs to give my liver some rest. I am prepared to take a calculated risk.
Thu, 12 Sep 2013
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Ayurveda Specialist 's  Response
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1. since you have not mentioned about your weight so it is not possible to label you as "Obese" or "Over weight", which could be one of the cause of high lipid profile.
2. You must learn to calculate the calories consumed as well as calories burnt, and maintain the balance everyday, you cannot burn more than 300 calories through exercise everyday! so it is extremely important to control your Dietary regime along with whatever exercise you do.
3. Avoid: bitter,ghee,cheese,cream,deep fried foods, potatoes,sweet potatoes, beet, nuts,yam, banana,mango,chickoos,grapes,chocolates,cakes,pastries,ice-creams,jams,processed and tinned foods.
4. Opt for fresh foods, thin soup,salads,drink plenty of water,and diluted butter milk,take rotis or phulkas without oil or ghee,green leafy vegetables with oil substituted with gravy.
5. Onion,garlic,soya bean,curds of skimmed milk,apple actually help to reduce cholesterol, increase the fibre intake, as fibres reduce the cholesterol absorption from the gut,fruits with edible covers should be eaten with covers.
6. regarding Medicine modification, you should consult your Physician regarding the same and at no time discontinue on your own.
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Homeopath Dr. Mungara Raveendra's  Response
hi i had gone through your query and understand your concerns.i would come up with high cholesterol may be the cause for your sufferings.

i seen similar cases among people between age group 25-70 years and males are more affected then females.
here i will give you some suggestions how lowering your cholesterol.

management include;
blood cholesterol if above 180 mg it may be dangerous. blood is largely made up of saturated fatty acids.cholesterol and saturated fats can only be utilized when un-saturated fatty acids are present,and only in the presence of sufficient of LECITHIN can polyunsaturated fatty acids help in dissolving cholesterol.

use only the following oils for cooking

-for LINOLIC ACID-SOYBEAN OIL; lLinolic acid increase the quantity of cholesterol being changed into bile salts and accelerates breakdown of fats and cholesterol to CO2 and water in the the in the tissues.

diet;

-have frequent small meals

-reduce intake of refined starches.

-eliminate sugar.

-avoid all hydrogenated fats,processed cheese etc,and salt.

-decrease animal fats such as butter.

-eat high fibrin diet,particularly oats.

-eat beans and brewers yeast to help cholestrol down.

treatment plan;

i advise you taking Homeopathic medicines gives safe and permanent cure for your complaints

consult your local homeopathic physician for correct diagnosis of the case and remedy to fit your complaints. or mail me at drravib4u@yahoo.co.in
I hope this is helpful for you, thank you               




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Taking Lipitor For High Cholesterol. Shortness Of Breath While Climbing. Stress Test Normal. Can Reduce Cholesterol Drugs?

** 1. since you have not mentioned about your weight so it is not possible to label you as Obese or Over weight , which could be one of the cause of high lipid profile. 2. You must learn to calculate the calories consumed as well as calories burnt, and maintain the balance everyday, you cannot burn more than 300 calories through exercise everyday! so it is extremely important to control your Dietary regime along with whatever exercise you do. 3. Avoid: bitter,ghee,cheese,cream,deep fried foods, potatoes,sweet potatoes, beet, nuts,yam, banana,mango,chickoos,grapes,chocolates,cakes,pastries,ice-creams,jams,processed and tinned foods. 4. Opt for fresh foods, thin soup,salads,drink plenty of water,and diluted butter milk,take rotis or phulkas without oil or ghee,green leafy vegetables with oil substituted with gravy. 5. Onion,garlic,soya bean,curds of skimmed milk,apple actually help to reduce cholesterol, increase the fibre intake, as fibres reduce the cholesterol absorption from the gut,fruits with edible covers should be eaten with covers. 6. regarding Medicine modification, you should consult your Physician regarding the same and at no time discontinue on your own.