Spirulina is a rich in protein and is a form of algae. It can be purchased in most health food stores in powdered form. Spirulina helps to lower LDL cholesterol levels.
Lemongrass Oil
Lemongrass oil is a flavoring that is often found in Oriental cooking. It can lower cholesterol levels by as much as 10% when used on a regular basis.
Rice Bran
Rice bran works just as well as oat bran and oatmeal in lowering cholesterol levels.
Barley
Barley is a high fiber grain rich. Researchers feel that barley is as affective as oat bran and oatmeal in lowering cholesterol levels. Barley is great for flavoring soups and stews. It can be purchased in most food stores in a dried form.
Activated Charcoal
Activated charcoal is often taken to reduce gas and researchers have found it can clutch cholesterol molecules and escort them from the body. Taking a quarter of an ounce of activated charcoal three times a day for five weeks can bring cholesterol levels down as much as 41%.
Supplements
Researchers gave found that some supplements can help to lower cholesterol levels. Remember to consult your physician before increasing your intake of any nutritional supplement.
Vitamin C
Researchers have found that daily supplements of Vitamin C can substantially lower cholesterol levels by increasing HDL levels. As well, Vitamin C added to a pectin rich diet helps cholesterol levels drop to within the normal range. Eat pectin rich foods such as citrus, fruit, potatoes, strawberries, tomatoes and spinach, which are also rich in Vitamin C.
Niacin
Large doses of niacin, which is also known as nicotinic acid, lowers both total and LDL cholesterol levels. If you decide to take niacin, start with a very low dose and increase it gradually over a period of about twelve weeks. There are some side effects, such as flushing, intestinal disorders and abnormal liver function, so be sure to discuss taking niacin with your doctor.