Cholesterol lowering medicines, statins
National Health Service (NHS); Cholesterol;Transient ischaemic attack;Stroke;Cardiovascular;Haematology Information on statins from NHS Choices including why, when and how they should be used and with links to other useful resources Statins are ... [... more]
NHS Direct |
Flaxseed (Linseed) Oil Capsules (1000mg)-120 Capsules
 Each capsule gives you 1000mg of flaxseed oil, one of the most potent natural sources of linolenic acid and Omega-3 polyunsaturates. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for - maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure - maintaining healthy [... more]
£9.69
Holland & Barrett |
A. Vogel Bioforce Milk Thistle Complex-50ml
A combination of fresh herbs including Milk Thistle, Artichoke and Dandelion. Useful for helping alleviate liverish symptoms, reducing cholesterol and as a general detox.Contains Silymarin which is able to prevent liver cell damage, through stimulating [... more]
£8.49
Holland & Barrett |
Spirulina Soya Protein Drink-907g Powder
One serving of Soya Protein Isolate Powder provides 13 grams of soya protein in a low-fat, low-carbohydrate formula. Soya Protein may help to support healthy cholesterol levels. [... more]
£9.99
Holland & Barrett |
Lifestyle and stroke
Antithrombolytics and stroke in AF Benecol reduces cholesterol Caffeine and pregnancy, colon cancer and stroke Cholesterol lowering is beneficial Cholesterol reduction and stroke Daily vegetable intake dramatically reduces chance of stroke Eating ... [... more]
Uni of Oxford Clinical School |
Statins and cholesterol
Students may want a 30-page (450 kb) essay on Statins that summarises what is here. Cholesterol explained Cholesterol and Statins Cholesterol lowering with statins Non-lipid effects of statins Statins and serum markers for CV disease Statin ... [... more]
Uni of Oxford Clinical School |
Cholesterol - Overview - Introduction
National Health Service (NHS); Cholesterol;Liver;Haematology;Coronary heart disease;Cardiovascular Information on Cholesterol from NHS Choices including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, risks and treatment and with links to other useful ... [... more]
NHS Direct |
Cholesterol
Cholesterol is vital to the smooth running of our bodies. So how come it can also cause so much harm? Cholesterol is essential for our bodies to work, so why are there so many health warnings about high cholesterol levels? We look at what ... [... more]
BBC |
Fish Oil Concentrate Capsules-500 Capsules
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure, maintaining healthy joints, and supporting cognitive function, such as memory and mental ability. Now you can increase your intake of EPA and DHA, the two [... more]
£27.99
Holland & Barrett |
Lescol (fluvastatin)
Lescol capsules contain the active ingredient fluvastatin sodium, which is a type of medicine called a statin. It works by reducing the production of cholesterol by the liver. The anti-blood-clotting effect of anticoagulant medicines such as ... [... more]
Net Doctor |
Colestid (colestipol)
Colestid granules contain the active ingredient colestipol, which is a type of medicine called a bile acid sequestrant. It is used to lower blood cholesterol levels. Colestipol is not absorbed into the bloodstream. It works in the intestines, ... [... more]
Net Doctor |
High cholesterol level (hypercholesterolaemia)
Cholesterol is one of the body's fats (lipids). Cholesterol and another lipid, triglyceride, are important building blocks in the structure of cells and are also used in making hormones and producing energy. To some extent, the cholesterol level ... [... more]
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