Cholesterol Support

Welcome to NutriScan Cholesterol Support Program. NutriScan is the leader in evidence based customized supplement programs.  To learn more about us, click here or read on to learn more about our Cholesterol Support Program.

Supplementation provides several benefits for Managing Cholesterol

• Supplements along with changes in diet and lifestyle can normalize cholesterol values in almost everybody; without any of the side effects associated with cholesterol lowering drugs.
• The benefits of supplementation can often result in a decrease in dose (or even sometimes the ability to discontinue use) of cholesterol lowering drugs.
• Supplements can replenish nutrients depleted by cholesterol-lowering medications; reducing risk for drug side effects that occur as a result of deficiencies in critical nutrients.

Dr. Mark Percival: “My patients have not only minimized side effects from cholesterol drugs through  the strategic replenishment of the key nutrients they deplete, but have  experienced  marked improvement in their cholesterol values.  I  have come to trust and actively recommend the NutriScan® Cholesterol Support program to any of my patients looking for effective support for their cholesterol management goals  because of its unique safety screens and focus on evidence-based interventions, while controlling dosages with more precision and  optimizing nutrient delivery times.”

How much change in cholesterol value can be expected from taking solely supplements?
While the amount that cholesterol values will change depends on many factors, an average person with problems with all of the different types of cholesterol values and high triglycerides might expect improvements to fall within the following range over a 3 - 6 month period of supplementation:

• Total Cholesterol: 15 - 25% decrease
• LDL Cholesterol: 15 - 40% decrease
• Triglycerides: 25 - 70% decrease
• HDL Cholesterol: 10 - 40% increase

Note: Results will vary. When supplements are used appropriately they will not reduce cholesterol values below a normal (optimal) level, so percent changes in cholesterol values will be lower for persons only slightly outside of normal ranges.

Dr. Mark Percival: I continue to recommend the NutriScan Cholesterol Support program to any of my patients needing to improve their cholesterol values. I have seen remarkable results in patients who have used the program, with and without cholesterol drugs. In most cases patients have even been able to improve their lab results, often to the point where they no longer require any further medication, or at least are able to reduce their dosage. The NutriScan Cholesterol Support program has certainly proved to be a viable and effective solution for my patients. 

Clinical Research/Support
65 adults with high cholesterol either alone or also with high triglycerides were given 900-1200 mg/day of pantethine for 3-6 months. "Pantethine treatment produced significant reduction of the better known risk factors (total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, triglycerides, and apo-B) and a significant increase of HDL-cholesterol (signally HDL2) and apolipoprotein A-I."

Bertolini S, Donati C, Elicio N, Daga A, Cuzzolaro S, Marcenaro A, Saturnino M, Balestreri R. Int J Clin Pharmacol Ther Toxicol 1986 Nov;24(11):630-7

For further clinical results of the positive effects of nutritional supplementation on cholesterol management click here.

Supplements replenish vital nutrients that Cholesterol Drugs deplete
The most commonly prescribed cholesterol lowering drugs can interfere with nutrient absorption or metabolism in the body resulting in functional insufficiencies in essential nutrients.

The result is an increased likelihood of the occurrence of new health problems. The following outlines nutrient depletions from common Cholesterol Drugs:

• Statins (e.g Lipitor and Zocor) interferes with metabolism of CoQ10 and essential fats,
• Fibrates interfere with absorption and metabolism of vitamin B12 and C, folic acid, iron,
• Bile Acid Sequestrants interfere with absorption of folic acid, iron, vitamin A, D, and possibly E

Through supplementation imbalances that can be crated by cholesterol-lowering medications are preventable.

Dr. Greg Kelly: “I am continually surprised how many users of cholesterol Rx drugs (like Lipitor or Zocor) are unaware or don’t take appropriate steps to replenish Rx induced nutrient depletions. Supplementation provides such a simple yet effective solution for replenishment of vital nutrients that your body needs to fend off additional health problems. The NutriScan Cholesterol Support program is the only program I know of that screens for Rx use so that appropriate nutrient replenishment measures are recommended to provide optimal supplement support; and that’s why I recommend it to any of my patients on Rx cholesterol drugs.”

For further information on the nutrients that can be depleted from Cholesterol drugs click here.

Why buy from NutriScan

• Supplements can play an extremely important role in cholesterol management but you have to be very careful when purchasing them
• You should ensure the one's you buy are both safe and effective for you
• NutriScan assures that your supplement program is both safe and effective by customizing your program to your particular needs. We assure safety and effectiveness by:
• Screening for Rx use so we can both:
• eliminate nutrients that interfere with your Rx drugs
• add vital nutrients that your Rx drugs deplete
• Ensuring you get the appropriate doses of each nutrient
• Including our Chrononutrition™ system which provides you with daily packets that allow you to take your nutrients at the appropriate time to maximize their effectiveness and ensure your safety
• Screening for other diet/life-stage issues such as pregnancy so you can be sure you are only getting supplements safe and appropriate for you