Managing Cholesterol Levels

These suggestions are not intended to replace appropriate professional advice.  Please check labels and consult your pharmacist if you take prescription drugs.


When heading in a new direction, make a few changes at a time.  It’s important to enjoy the journey.


A Healing Diet


  • Drink 7-10 glasses of filtered or spring water daily.  Avoid chlorine.

  • Consume a diet that is 75-80% alkaline forming.  Very important.

  • Go organic.  Pesticides and chemicals are harmful to the liver and arteries.

  • Rely on fresh fruit, vegetables, raw seeds and nuts, beans legumes, and whole grains as the mainstays of your diet.  Avoid wheat unless it’s sprouted.

  • Animal products are a source of inflammatory arachidonic acid which leads to increased free radicals.  Eat sparingly.


  • Combine foods for optimum digestion: fruit on an empty stomach 30 minutes before other foods. Starches and animal products require very difference digestive secretions and should not be consumed at the same meal.

  • Have complete protein no later than lunch for better digestion of amino acids.

  • Fermented kimchi and sauerkraut lower cholesterol and blood pressure.

  • Consume 1-3 tablespoons of flax, hemp, or chia seeds daily. 

  • Garlic’s ability to lower LDL is well documented.

  • Pomegranate and beet juices protect the arteries and reduce plaque.

  • Replace salt with Herbamare for all the flavour but 1/3 the sodium.

  • 1-2 tsp apple cider vinegar and honey (opt) in water with meals corrects pH, improves digestion, and regulates blood sugar.

  • Cook food gently.  High heat generates acrylamides & advanced glycation end products.

Supplements - to offset common deficiencies


  • Bio-Strath – decreases stress, improves digestion and metabolism of fats.

  • Vitamin C – 500-1000 mg daily – necessary to repair and protect arteries.

  • Vitamin D – 8,000 IU daily then reduce to upper limit of 4,000 IU daily – steroid precursor, anti-inflammatory. 

  • Magnesium – necessary for healthy heart function and vessel health.

  • Omega 3 fatty acids – double up for one month to help clear cholesterol buildup. 

  • Probiotics – lower LDL and triglycerides and raise HDL levels.


Special Care - for short term use


  • Vitamin K2 – inhibits calcium accumulation on artery walls.

  • Coenzyme Q10 – protects LDL from oxidation and increases mitochondria levels in the heart, increase energy, reduces arterial plaque.

  • Berberine – reduces arterial plaque, improves fatty liver, lowers LDL and blood sugar, raises HDL, promotes weight loss, improves gut health.


  • Holy Basil tea reduces stress and aids in cholesterol management


Some Further Suggestions


  • Kick off your new regimen with a liver detox. Improving liver function has an immediate beneficial effect on cholesterol.
  • Keep all pathways of detoxification open. Dry body brush to keep skin pores clean and the lymphatic system flowing. Take sufficient vitamin C and magnesium to keep the bowels moving easily.
  • Fresh air, sunshine and outdoor exercise promote good health. The Earth is continuously emitting a negatively charged ionic field that promotes wellbeing.
  • Practice deep abdominal breathing for a few minutes several times a day. A good portion of lipids are eliminated through the lungs. Studies show regular practice of breathing exercises reduces cholesterol and promotes better sleep.
  • Watch Dr Zach Bush’s 4 minute workout online. It’s a boost for the arteries, weight management and muscles.
  • Have more fun. Laughing and playing are good for you. You’re meant to be happy and healthy 😊


Many people find after following these suggestions for a period of time, their health improves in multiple ways. We hope you have the same experience!


*Revised September 2024

Jo Anne's Place Staff

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