Review: A Good Treatise On Cholesterol
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 16, 2014
Carpenter has written an excellent book on how to monitor cholesterol through diet, exercise and the judicious use of medications.The author explains how cholesterol helps to produce androgens and estrogens.It produces nutrients to help in the digestion of food and even the conversion of sunlight to vitamin D.Patients who are vitamin D deficient during the winter can take vitamin D3 supplements to help to boost the immune system.Generally, the HDL(good) cholesterol must be higher than the LDL or the bad cholesterol.High increments in cholesterol can cause atherosclerosis which is a dangerous condition for the heart and the brain.Optimal levels of the HDL cholesterol are 60mg/dl or better. Vitamin B3 optimizes the HDL or good cholesterol.Heart and brain healthful foods include fiber,avocado, figs,broccoli, flax seeds and sunflower seeds.Exercise is another important ingredient to help to keep cholesterol in control.Overall, the book is an excellent health resource for dieters everywhere.Patients should review these strategies with their health care providers for maximum results.