High Cholesterol. Need advice.

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Accupressure points for sleeping.

 

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Breathing ex. also helps us to lower blood pressure & sleep.

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Yes, it helps a lot — it's one of the few sleep tricks with strong evidence behind it.

Not because of oxygen, but because it forces your nervous system to switch from fight-or-flight to rest mode.

*How it works:*
- Slow exhale activates your vagus nerve -> heart rate drops, blood pressure drops, cortisol drops
- It distracts your brain from looping thoughts — you can't worry and count breaths at the same time
- CO2 rises slightly, which makes you naturally sleepier

*The 2 that work best for sleep:*

*1. 4-7-8 (best if you can't fall asleep)*
- Inhale through nose 4 sec
- Hold 7 sec
- Exhale through mouth 8 sec, making a whoosh
- Repeat 4 cycles. Do it lying down, lights off.

*2. Extended exhale (best if you wake at 3am anxious)*
- Inhale 4 sec, exhale 6-8 sec
- No hold. Just make exhale longer than inhale
- Do for 2-3 minutes. Put one hand on chest, one on belly — belly should rise more.

*What studies show:*
- People doing breathing exercises 20 mins before bed fall asleep ∼12 minutes faster on average
- Improves sleep quality for insomnia, especially when done daily for 2+ weeks
- Works even better paired with no phone + dim lights 30 mins before

*Tips to make it work:*
- Don't force big breaths — gentle, quiet breathing is better than deep gasping
- Through nose if possible — it slows air naturally
- If 4-7-8 feels too long at first, start with 3-3-6
- Do it at the same time nightly — your brain learns "this breathing = sleep time"

It won't override 3 coffees at 6pm or scrolling till midnight, but for racing thoughts and light insomnia, it's one of the most effective non-drug options.

Do you have trouble falling asleep, or staying asleep through the night?

 

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Breathing ex can lower cholesterol level. I use Winhof breathing method. Can use Box Breathing method.

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Breathing exercises can indeed help lower cholesterol levels. Studies have shown that techniques like deep diaphragmatic breathing, yoga, and pranayama can reduce stress, improve digestion, and enhance oxygen flow, all of which contribute to healthier cholesterol levels ¹ ² ³.

*Benefits of Breathing Exercises for Cholesterol:*

- *Reduces Stress*: Chronic stress can increase cholesterol levels, and breathing exercises can help manage stress.
- *Improves Digestion*: Breathing exercises can improve digestion, which is linked to cholesterol regulation.
- *Lowers Blood Pressure*: Regular breathing exercises can help lower blood pressure, which is often linked to high cholesterol.

*Effective Breathing Techniques:*

- *Diaphragmatic Breathing*: Involves inhaling deeply through the nose and exhaling slowly through the nose, allowing the belly to expand and fall.
- *Kapalabhati Pranayama*: Involves rapid, forceful exhalations.
- *Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing)*: Balances breathing and reduces stress.

Incorporating these exercises into your daily routine, along with yoga poses like Cobra Pose, Bridge Pose, and Child's Pose, can support cholesterol management. Consult a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise routine, especially if you have pre-existing conditions ¹ ² ³.

 

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Just sharing

2 weeks after discharged from my heart bypass in Oct 2020, my blood pressure dropped from 130+ to 70+. I stopped all 9 medications (4 for life) after googled & found that low blood pressure can cause damage to certain organs. Statins also affected my memory. I told the Heart Dr one year later that I have stopped all medications 2 weeks after discharged as there were many side effects. He told me can change medications. All the health books I bgt & those I subscribed to in YouTube are natural healings (no surgery & medications). The only medications I took was for gout (2 weeks) & one time for covic. 2nd time 4 of us got covic. All never see doctor. The last time I seen a doctor was around 2 years ago for gout. Won’t go for any more health screening, jabs & blood test. What help me is fasting, acupressure, Wimhof breathing) + bathing cold water, drink around 8 cups of water & half teaspoon of seasalt, eating fruits, vegs & spices like tumeric, black pepper, ceylon cinnamon that lower the various conditions & walking 10 to 15 mins after every meal. Daily average steps is around 12k.