Plant power: Natural help for high cholesterol

"Artichoke leaf extracts may lower cholesterol, according to a new study published in Phytomedicine. This study confirms prior research demonstrating that certain plant extracts have cholesterol-lowering, antioxidant, and other health-promoting properties. High total cholesterol is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, a serious condition that can lead to heart attacks and stroke. The authors report, 'On a global level, the World Health Report estimates that about 8% of all disease burden in developed countries is caused by raised cholesterol levels.' Lifestyle changes such as healthy eating, exercise, and weight loss can help lower cholesterol" - Medfinds