Questions...
As with any dietary supplement, you may have questions regarding CholestSorb and CholestSorb PLUS, and as such, we have endeavored through the following pages to address your most frequently asked questions. If after reading this material you require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us at 1-866-888-8208, Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. to 5p.m., or write to: CholestSorb 4045 Sheridan Avenue #363, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Cholesterol is largely misunderstood. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance, also called lipid (fat) alcohols, and a vital building block of the body that must be kept in balance. Important tissues and organs such as the brain, spinal cord, kidneys, and adrenal glands all utilize cholesterol, and it is essential in the manufacture of nerve tissue, bile, and many hormones. Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) "bad" cholesterol and high-density lipoproteins (HDL) "good" cholesterol both transport cholesterol through the bloodstream.1
What is bad cholesterol (LDL)?
Low-density
lipoproteins (LDL), carry cholesterol through the bloodstream for
participation in the cell-building needs of the body, but leave behind
excess deposits called plaque, which accumulate on the interior arterial
walls.1
What is good cholesterol (HDL)?
High-density
lipoproteins (HDL), remove excess deposits of plaque from the arterial
walls allowing the free flow of blood through the body. The excess LDL
"bad" cholesterol is transported by the HDL "good"
cholesterol to the liver where it can be removed.1
What is High Cholesterol?
According to the
American Heart Association, total cholesterol levels of 240 mg/dL or above
are considered high, and levels from 200 to 239 mg/dL are considered
borderline high, meaning more than one-in-three Americans have unhealthy
cholesterol levels.1
How do different cholesterol levels indicate heart health?
The following chart
by the American Heart Association establishes total cholesterol levels as
an important indicator for heart health.
|
Total Cholesterol Levels |
|
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Less than 200 mg/dL |
Desirable |
|
200–239 mg/dL |
Borderline High Risk |
|
240 mg/dL and over |
High Risk |
What is CholestSorb?
CholestSorb is a
dietary supplement that helps (neutralizes) cholesterol in the stomach,
thereby preventing new cholesterol from reaching the bloodstream, and
formulated for those individuals wishing help manage their cholesterol
through natural means.* By blocking new cholesterol, CholestSorb allows
the body to naturally rid itself of old cholesterol.* Because CholestSorb
works in the stomach – and not the liver – there are no side effects
common to more aggressive alternatives for managing healthy cholesterol.*
How does CholestSorb work?
CholestSorb works
to help block (neutralize) new cholesterol in the stomach from the food
you eat before reaching the bloodstream.* The saponins in Esterin process
alfalfa extract (bind) with new cholesterol in the stomach, preventing its
absorption and allowing the body to naturally rid itself of the old
cholesterol.*
Why are bad cholesterol levels so high in Americans?
A contemporary diet
(high in saturated and trans fats) combined with a lifestyle which lacks
exercise can result in an imbalance in which HDL "good"
cholesterol cannot "clean" all of the excess LDL "bad"
cholesterol. This imbalance may cause plaque to remain and cause hardening
of the arteries, a higher risk of heart disease, and a host of other
problems.*
Why not simply take an alfalfa supplement instead of CholestSorb?
CholestSorb
contains a concentrated saponin extract of alfalfa not found in
conventional alfalfa supplements. You would have to consume barrels of
alfalfa to equal the effective amount of saponins found in Esterin Process
Alfalfa! Only CholestSorb puts the power of non-toxic, concentrated
saponins in a form that allows the body to help rid itself of bad
cholesterol naturally and effectively.*
How much does CholestSorb and CholestSorb PLUS help influence LDL
"bad" cholesterol levels?
In a published
peer-reviewed article about Esterin Alfalfa, studies showed a decrease in
LDL "bad" cholesterol levels between 21% up to 37% in some
individuals.2*
How much does CholestSorb and CholestSorb PLUS help influence HDL
"good" cholesterol levels?
In a published peer
reviewed article about Esterin Alfalfa, studies showed an increase in HDL
"good" cholesterol levels between 26% up to 52% in some
individuals.13*
How much can CholestSorb and CholestSorb PLUS help influence my lipid profile?
The scientific
results on both LDL and HDL cholesterol show the active ingredients in
CholestSorb may influence the HDL/LDL ratio between 63% up to 96% in some
individuals.13*
How do other anti-cholesterol agents typically work?
Most
anti-cholesterol agents act on the liver – after cholesterol absorption
from the stomach. Since the liver is the body’s cholesterol production
center, these anti-cholesterol agents work to limit cholesterol synthesis
in the liver – which may cause side effects and require changes in
dietary habits as well as impact the production of "good"
cholesterol.*
How do CholestSorb and CholestSorb PLUS compare to Phytosterol
supplements?
CholestSorb has
been shown in clinical studies to influence LDL "bad" cholesterol
levels between 21% up to 37%, while simultaneously influencing HDL
"good" cholesterol levels between 26% up to 52% in some
individuals13, with no change in diet or exercise.2*
Phytosterol formulas have been shown to reduce LDL"bad"
cholesterol levels up to 10% and 24% with a very restrictive low-fat diet
and daily exercise.12,14*
How and when should I take CholestSorb or CholestSorb PLUS?
You should take one
tablet of CholestSorb with your meals, or as directed by your physician.
Each dosage works for a four to six hour period depending upon your
metabolism. It is important to take CholestSorb with your meals.
Can I use CholestSorb or CholestSorb PLUS on a sugar-restricted diet?
CholestSorb
contains no sugar, starch, yeast, artificial flavors, preservatives, or
artificial colors. It is sodium-free, contains no wheat or soy products,
and is free of dairy and meat or meat by-products. CholestSorb is K
(Kosher) approved and vegetarian appropriate.*
Are there any side effects associated with CholestSorb?
None when taken as
directed.*
What is ExploTab®
By utilizing the
same technology that pharmaceutical companies use to ensure their tablets
disintegrate uniformly and timely in the stomach, ExploTab ensures the
cholesterol binding ingredient – Esterin Process Alfalfa Saponins – in
CholestSorb are readily available in your stomach to bind with the food
you eat.* This rapid dissolution means you get optimum performance from
CholestSorb.*
What are the active ingredients in CholestSorb & CholestSorb PLUS?
All CholestSorb
formulas utilize the non-toxic, patented, clinically proven Esterin
Process Alfalfa extract, PLUS the added benefits of non-flush Niacin
(Inositol Hexanicotinate) and Standardized Garlicto help manage healthy cholesterol
levels.*
How does Niacin help lower cholesterol?
Niacin inhibits
cholesterol synthesis in the liver while also appearing to increase its
degradation.5* Elevated blood levels of Lipoprotein A have been
studied as an independent risk factor for heart health.6*
Niacin appears to play a role by altering the function of Lipoprotein A-I,
reducing synthesis of Lipoprotein A-II 8 – which is believed
to result in an elevation of HDL levels.4* Non-Flush Niacin
works by decreasing the liver’s production of Very Low-Density
Lipoprotein (VLDL) – a relatively large particle comprised mainly of
triglycerides and cholesterol – which helps lower LDL (bad) cholesterol
while raising HDL (good) cholesterol by decreasing its degradation rate.*
CholestSorb PLUS with Niacin is complete with a full day’s dosage of
Niacin, so additional Niacin supplementation is unnecessary.*
Can the niacin in CholestSorb PLUS with Niacin cause skin irritations?
No. CholestSorb
PLUS utilizes only "non-flush" (inositol Hexanicotinate) niacin.8-11*
Is the non-flush niacin in CholestSorb PLUS with Niacin safe?
CholestSorb PLUS
with Niacin utilizes non-flush Inositol Hexanicotinate niacin (IHN), which
is clinically documented to be safe and free of side effects at doses up
to 4 grams.8* In fact, patients in one clinical study were
given doses ranging from 600 to 1,800 mg daily with no observed side
effects, while approximately 1/3 of another group of patients receiving
regular niacin (nicotinic acid) reported one or more of the following
symptoms: flushing, nausea, vomiting, giddiness and weakness.8*
Additionally, IHN patients tolerated dosages of 3 to 4 times larger than
the nicotinic acid group without side effects.8* Numerous other
investigators studying the use of dosages of IHN in the range of 4 grams
daily have reported no adverse reactions.8-11*
How does Garlic help lower cholesterol?
Garlic possesses
certain observed compounds attributed to cholesterol lowering, which –
when isolated – have demonstrated a lowering effect on LDL.8*
Specifically, Garlic contains approximately 1% alliin, which converts to
allicin in the presence of the enzyme allinase (ESCOP, 1997).*
Pharmacological research on garlic has shown that garlic inhibits lipid
peroxidation and reduces serum cholesterol and lipid levels.18,-22*
Garlic's effects on blood pressure and as an antioxidant from free
radicals have also been studied.* In fact, studies have shown that
standardized odorless garlic helps reduce LDL Cholesterol levels, mean
triglyceride levels, and mean serum cholesterol levels.16,17*
CholestSorb PLUS with Garlic is complete with a full day’s dosage of
Garlic, so additional Garlic supplementation is unnecessary.*
Warning:
Consult a Health Care Professional before use if you are currently under
medical care or are taking prescription drugs. Pregnant or lactating women
should consult a health care professional before using any product.