Apart from helping to cure liver problems, dandelion is also very useful for lowering cholesterol levels. Its effects can also be increased by mixing it with other herbs.
Elevated blood sugar level is very bad for our health. This is usually due to the fats we consume during the day and they can cause serious health problems such as heart attack.
In today’s article, we will discover the most beneficial teas to lower cholesterol. Enjoy these natural treatments to clear your blood vessels.
What is Cholesterol?
Cholesterol is one of the most used words today (stress is also used a lot, topping the list as the most common disease of the 21st century).
Cholesterol is a type of fat in tissue and blood plasma and can also be seen to a greater extent in some organs, such as:
- Liver
- Pancreas
- Brain
- Spinal cord
Normal levels of cholesterol are natural and actually beneficial to the body because it forms the elastic membrane and controls substances entering and leaving the cell.
The problem starts when cholesterol levels rise. This means that cholesterol poses a danger to your health. High cholesterol has many consequences, but the most serious is that cholesterol sticks to the walls of the arteries and disrupts normal blood flow .
This can lead to heart problems, for example. It is also important to know that the risk increases with age, and high cholesterol does not appear with any symptoms, it can only be detected with a complete blood analysis.
Can I really lower my cholesterol with teas?
Medicinal herbs have many benefits, in this article we will talk about how they reduce or balance the fat level in blood vessels. If you noticed that your cholesterol increased during your last check-up, do not hesitate to brew and drink these medicinal teas.
Ragweed
Ragweed is a very powerful remedy for controlling bad cholesterol, it is also good for fighting obesity and cellulite. The best thing to do to benefit from the healing benefits of ragweed is to brew it as tea.
Materials
- 1 tablespoon ragweed seeds
- 1 glass of water
How To?
- Boil the ingredients together for 10 minutes. Sweeten and drink without straining.
- We recommend you drink one per day on an empty stomach and before going to bed.
Basil
This aromatic herb is used in many dishes and is a great food for reducing triglycerides . To enjoy all the aroma and nutritional benefits, you can brew the tea and consume it.
Materials
- 1 tablespoon basil leaves (or ½ tablespoon dried basil leaves)
- 1 glass of water
- Juice of half a lemon
How To?
- Boil water and basil for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the stove and let cool for 15 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and always consume on an empty stomach.
- After drinking the tea, wait 15 minutes before eating.
Red, white and green tea
These 3 types of tea have many health benefits, above all, they help you lose weight and lower your cholesterol levels. You can find them in tea bags or directly in leaf form.
You should consume 2-3 glasses daily. Green tea is the best among them because it helps regenerate the skin.
Cockscomb plant
This American-origin plant has been used in various cultures for thousands of years and has many benefits in terms of nutritional value. It is not only used in natural treatments, you can also find it in many recipes. We will now tell you how to brew tea.
Materials
- 1 handful of young amaranth leaves
- 1 glass of water
How To?
- Boil the water and amaranth herb for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
- Strain and drink after breakfast. Consume again after lunch.
Dandelion
In addition to lowering cholesterol levels, dandelion also helps solve many liver problems and is beneficial in regulating the functions of this important organ.
Materials
- 1 handful of dandelion
- 1 glass of water
How To?
Like other teas, brew by boiling the herb in water, letting it cool slightly before straining, then sweeten and enjoy.
Cemen grass
This natural treatment from Greece lowers the triglyceride level in the blood.
It can also be combined with another medicinal herb called gugul (available in health stores and herbalists) to increase its healing power. You should drink this mixture 2-3 times a day.
Materials
- 1 tablespoon of fenugreek
- 1 tablespoon of gugul
- 1 glass of water
How To?
- Prepare like any other tea. Don’t forget to filter before drinking.
- Sweeten with a small amount of honey.
Persimmon
This tropical tree, found in Africa (especially Sudan), was introduced to Latin America by the Spanish invaders of Mexico and Peru (16th century). It is not only a great treat to make juice, but also to lower cholesterol.
Materials
- 1 Indian date
- 1 glass of water
- A few drops of lemon juice
How To?
- Peel the persimmon and cut it into 4 parts.
- Boil for 15 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and consume, including Indian dates.
- It is recommended to drink it on an empty stomach and before going to bed.
Garlic
There is no more effective natural treatment in this life than garlic. It cleanses the body (including blood vessels), strengthens and lowers cholesterol.
By supplementing with green tea, you can be in a position to improve the fat level in your blood within a few weeks.
Materials
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 green tea bag
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 glass of boiling water
How To?
- Put raw garlic in boiling water with a green tea bag.
- Let it sit for 5 minutes, let it rest, strain and finish your recipe by adding lemon juice.
- Drink 1 glass on an empty stomach before breakfast and the second glass before going to bed at night.
