Lets review some important facts:
- Cholesterol is the parent molecule for sex hormones (Estrogen, Progesterone and Testosterone) as well as Vitamin D and Bile Acids needed for digestion.
- The only time cholesterol is a problem is if its oxidized (free radical damaged)
- Damaged, oxidized cholesterol sticks to the lining of the arteries (called Endothelium), and begins the process of inflammation.
- The cause of true heart disease is inflammation.
- Inflammation is initiated by damage from free radicals, causing oxidation of cholesterol.
- Free radicals develop as a result of various chemicals, such as, heavy metals like Mercury, Insecticides, Radiation, Toxins in our water, air and food supply. Not to mention if you smoke, your body gets a myriad of toxic chemicals.
- Once inflammation of the arterial wall is started, your body’s response is to send various white blood cells which eventually lead to the condition of plaque (fibrous scar tissue)
- Remember sugar; well oxidation is only one of the conditions that cause inflammation. Next we talk about how your body deals with sugar.
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About the Author:
Temecula Valley Chiropractic was established over 20 years ago by Dr. Donald Myren to provide the growing communities of Temecula and Murrieta with high quality, full-service chiropractic care.