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High Cholesterol: I'm 47, Can Home Remedies, Diet & Exercise Really Help Me?

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Physiotherapist - Answered on Mar 26, 2025

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan is a senior consultant physiotherapist with over 12 years of experience specialising in orthopaedic and paediatric physiotherapy.
He has served as a technical consultant for the World Health Organisation, the United Nations, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences and several national and international NGOs.
Besides physiotherapy, he is keenly interested in disability management, early intervention, geriatric care and assisting children with disabilities.
Dr Khan has a bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from the Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College in Wardha, Maharashtra, a master's degree in disability rehabilitation administration from the National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped, Secunderabad, and a PhD in disability management from Bangalore University.... more
yusuf Question by yusuf on Mar 26, 2025Hindi
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SIR MY CHOLESTEROL IS 263, HOW CAN I BRING IT DOWN THROUGH HOME REMEDIES, DIET & EXERCISE ETC.

Ans: Dear Mr. Yusuf. Thank you for your query. Considering I am Physiotherapist, I would answer from Physiotherapist perspective. To lower cholesterol from a physiotherapy perspective, focus on a combination of aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility work. Engage in brisk walking, cycling, or jogging for at least 30–45 minutes daily to improve heart health and lipid metabolism. Incorporate strength training 2–3 times a week with bodyweight exercises or weights to enhance muscle mass and fat burning. Avoid prolonged sitting by standing up every 30–45 minutes and engaging your core while working to improve posture and circulation. A fiber-rich diet with whole grains, vegetables, nuts, and lean proteins supports cholesterol reduction while minimizing saturated fats and refined sugars. Managing stress through breathing exercises, yoga, or meditation helps regulate cortisol levels, which can impact cholesterol. Lastly, ensure 7–8 hours of quality sleep daily, as poor sleep can contribute to high cholesterol and metabolic issue. Wish you healthy life.
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