The supplements featured here are those I recommend to support the text of my Quick Supplements Guide on how to lower a raised cholesterol. You can also see my recommended supplements on my Amazon UK shop, and my Amazon US shop.
NB If you are taking any prescribed medication always check with your doctor before taking supplements.
Plant sterols
Plant sterols lower cholesterol by blocking their absorption from the gut.
Plant sterols are available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Globe artichoke
Artichoke extracts have a direct effect on the liver to lower cholesterol production and reduce fatty liver changes.
Globe artichoke extracts are available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Beta glucans
Oat beta glucan lower cholesterol through effects on the liver.
Beta glucans are available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C lowers cholesterol by promoting its conversion into bile acids for excretion.
Vitamin C is available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Bergamot orange
Bergamot extracts block the absorption of cholesterol from the intestines.
Bergamot orange extracts are available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Krill oil
Krill oil helps to lower cholesterol through effects on the liver and circulation.
Krill oil is available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Garlic
Garlic lowers cholesterol through effects on the liver and circulation.
Garlic supplements are available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Lycopene
Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that lowers cholesterol through effects in the circulation.
Lycopene is available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Glucomannan
Konjac root glucomannan lowers cholesterol by slowing its absorption in the gut.
Glucomannan is available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Green tea
Gren tea helps to lower cholesterol through effects on the liver and circulation.
Green tea extracts are available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Olive leaf
Olive leaf extracts lower cholesterol through effects on the liver.
Olive leaf supplements are available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Red yeast rice
Red yeast rice extracts lower cholesterol through effects on the liver.
Red yeast rice is available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Turmeric
Turmeric lowers cholesterol through effects on the liver and circulation.
Turmeric is available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
Black seed
Black seed lowers cholesterol through effects on the liver and intestines.
Black seed is available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.