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Let’s talk about cholesterol...
Cholesterol is not “bad” in itself, it is essential to the body. The problem appears when the balance becomes disrupted and cholesterol circulates in excess, often under the effect of a modern lifestyle. Too many ultra-processed products, saturated fats, not enough fibre, insufficient physical activity, stress and a sedentary daily life.
The most deceptive thing is that this situation generally gives no signs at the beginning. Yet, in the long term, a lasting imbalance of the lipid profile can favour the progressive accumulation of deposits in the arteries and weigh on cardiovascular health.
In 2023, cardiovascular diseases were the leading cause of death in Switzerland, they represent 28% of deaths, ahead of cancer. Source OFS
The good news is that we can act! Move more (brisk walking, cycling, swimming, strengthening), reduce saturated fats, increase fibre (vegetables, legumes, whole grains) and adopt simple but regular routines.
If despite all this, cholesterol remains difficult to balance, you can consider a nutritional supplement of natural origin, formulated with active ingredients specifically selected to support this issue.