First, remember the blood lipid (fat) lowering as well as the circulatory and anti-inflammatory benefits of some of the ingredients in Cholesterol Aid, as mentioned in the previous post.

It is also important to know that one of the complications of high cholesterol is the development of hardening of blood vessels (calcification/atherosclerosis). When that happens, blood vessels are unable to stretch and contract appropriately which in turn may lead to high blood pressure and increases the risk factor for occlusion of blood vessels and/or the rupture of cholesterol plaques. Flora Force’s Cholesterol Aid contains Folic acid as well as Vitamin B6 and B12 – three nutrients which may help to keep bloodvessels supple.

Now, there is another important issue to keep in mind: When a cholesterol plaque ruptures, small pieces of plaque travel in the blood stream and may cause a blockage in small blood vessels in organs or tissues, such as the heart and brain – i.e. a heart attack or stroke! One of the main factors that causes the rupture of such cholesterol plaques is chronic low grade inflammation. That is why some ingredients with natural anti-inflammatory effects are included in Cholesterol Aid.

Some of the herbal ingredients are known to stimulate circulation, but more importantly, to also support liver function.

I want to emphasize again that one should not rely only on medication to manage or control high cholesterol. Lifestyle and nutritional modifications are important for effective management of high cholesterol.

The most important function of the Cholesterol Aid’s formula of homeopathic and herbal ingredients, is to lower unhealthy fat levels in the blood stream.

The anti-inflammatory properties of some ingredients, like Capsicum (Cayenne), aid in reducing the damage that inflammation can cause in blood vessels. Some of the herbs contain anti-oxidants which help to reduce the oxidation of cholesterol and thereby reduce “bad” cholesterol in the blood stream. Some of the herbs also improve blood circulation and help to reduce the risk of blood clots – blood clots may lead to heart attacks.

Cholesterol aid has additional benefits but we’ll mention those in a next post.

Cayenne is a brilliant herb for those who suffer from indigestion becasue it has an anti-septic and anti-microbial effect against some microbes like Helicobacter pylorii. H. pylorii has been implicated in as a causative bug in stomach ulcers and can lead to much discomfort and pain in the stomach and small intestines.

As mentioned in a previous post, Cayenne has an effect on the neurotransmitter Substance P, which is involved in pain regulation.

Cayenne may also stimulate the adrenal glands. When these important glands are not functioning properly, you may experience fatigue and it can even lead to fatigue or exhaustion syndrome. So, if you feel that your body needs a holiday after the festive season, Cayenne you certainly be a product that may be of benefit.

Yes, the capsules contain the same cayenne pepper that people use to cook with. The big difference is that you wouldn’t be able to tolerate the amount of cayenne needed to get a proper therapeutic effect – your mouth would REALLY be on fire.

Other health benefits of cayenne:
Cayenne is very popular because it is a very affordable, broad spectrum product which may be of benefit in heart disease, chronic pain, sore throats, high cholesterol, tooth ache and poor circulation.