Many lifestyle factors, particularly diet, can contribute to cardiovascular health. Consuming highly processed, sugary, high-fat, and low-fiber foods has been linked to increased total cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugar levels.
Although cholesterol is necessary for several physiological processes in the body, excessive amounts cause atherosclerosis. Moreover, the HDL ratio is an equally important parameter when it comes to the risk of cholesterol-related health problems.
Traditional treatments aim to stop cholesterol production in the liver by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, its key enzyme. However, this approach does not increase HDL levels to eliminate excess cholesterol already present, it does not resolve the imbalance in glucose metabolism, and it can lead to significant negative side effects. For these reasons, a multitargeted approach would be more beneficial.
Cholesterol Control is made from bergamot (Citrus bergamia), a citrus fruit with a diverse and highly concentrated flavonoid profile, making it highly beneficial for many cardiovascular processes. The polyphenols in bergamot possess antioxidant properties. Some of the flavonoids in bergamot have a mechanism of action similar to that of conventional cholesterol-lowering drugs, while others offer the added benefit of also raising HDL to trap free cholesterol. Furthermore, its antioxidant properties can prevent inflammation associated with vascular damage, giving Cholesterol Control a holistic role in managing the risks associated with cardiovascular problems.
AOR Cholesterol Control contains a proprietary bergamot extract that has been extensively researched for its cardiovascular benefits. Other bergamot extract products may not be as effective because they are not standardized for the same amounts of active ingredients as Cholesterol Control.