1. **Triglycerides:** Triglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood. They are the most common type of fat in the body and are typically obtained from the foods we eat. Triglycerides provide energy to your body’s cells. High levels of triglycerides in the blood can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke, especially when combined with low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. Shilajit helps to reduce triglycerides by 21.7% (Patel,K Oct 2019)
2. **LDL-C (Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol):** LDL cholesterol is often referred to as “bad” cholesterol because it can build up in the walls of arteries, forming plaque and narrowing the arteries. This buildup can lead to atherosclerosis, which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Lowering LDL cholesterol levels is a key component of managing cardiovascular health. Shilajit helps to reduce LDL-C by 22.6% (Patel,K Oct 2019)
3. **vLDL-C (Very Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol):** vLDL cholesterol is similar to LDL cholesterol in that it contains mostly cholesterol and triglycerides. Like LDL cholesterol, high levels of vLDL cholesterol can contribute to the buildup of plaque in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Shilajit helps to reduce vLDL-C by 20.6% (bad cholesterol) (Patel,K Oct 2019)
4. **HDL-C (High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol):** HDL cholesterol is often referred to as “good” cholesterol because it helps remove LDL cholesterol from the bloodstream, transporting it to the liver where it can be processed and excreted from the body. High levels of HDL cholesterol are associated with a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke. Shilajit helps to increase HDL-C by 5.8% (good cholesterol) (Patel,K Oct 2019)
Monitoring levels of these cholesterol components through blood tests and making lifestyle changes, such as maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking, can help manage cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
