What are some supplements recommended to help lower your cholesterol level?

     The following are considered the most recommended supplements to help you lower your cholesterol levels:

• Niacin--Also known as vitamin B3, niacin is known for elevating HDL cholesterol levels and may lower LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels.  
• Sterols or Stanols--These plant compounds interfere with the absorption of dietary cholesterol and may lower LDL cholesterol levels.  
• Psyllium--This seed grain is sold as a laxative and fiber supplement and may reduce LDL cholesterol.

     The following are considered not as effective as the above supplements but may help to lower cholesterol levels:   

• Fish oil--One of the most popular supplements today, fish oil may reduce triglyceride levels but a relative large amount is needed to have any significance.   In addition, fish oil may increase HDL and reduce LDL cholesterol levels.
• Green tea extract--Containing the active ingredrient EGCG, green tea extract may reduce LDL cholesterol levels.
• Creatine--Also considered one of the most popular supplements on the market, creatine may increase HDL as well as reduce VLDL cholesterol levels.
• Soy--May reduce LDL and increase HDL cholesterol levels.
• L-Carnitine--May reduce triglyceride levels and increase HDL cholesterol level.

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