Cholestsorb™
Formulated with Esterin® Process Saponins for Borderline Cholesterol*

Cholestsorb™ is formulated for those seeking a non-prescription solution. Patented, clinically proven Cholestsorb™ contains Esterin Alfalfa Extract to help block and eliminate cholesterol from the body before entering the liver.*

• Unlike other alternatives, Cholestsorb™ binds with cholesterol from the food you eat, in the stomach – not the liver.*
• Does NOT interfere with the metabolism of drugs or nutraceuticals.*
• Does NOT interfere with normal liver function.*
• Addresses cholesterol consumed from the food you eat.*

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
CHOLESTEROL GUIDELINES:^5*

TOTAL BLOOD CHOLESTEROL LEVEL
Your total blood cholesterol will fall into one of these categories:

Desirable

If your total cholesterol is less than 200 mg/dL, your heart attack risk is relatively low, unless you have other risk factors. Even with a low risk, it's still smart to eat foods low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and also get plenty of physical activity. Have your cholesterol levels measured every five years — or more often if you're a man over 45 or a woman over 55.

Borderline High Risk

People whose cholesterol level is from 200 to 239 mg/dL are borderline high risk. About a third of American adults are in this (borderline) group; almost half of adults have total cholesterol levels below 200 mg/dL.

Have your cholesterol and HDL re-checked in one to two years if:

• Your total cholesterol is in this range.
• Your HDL is less than 40 mg/dL.
• You don’t have other risk factors for heart disease.

You should also lower your intake of foods high in saturated fat and cholesterol to reduce your blood cholesterol level to below 200 mg/dL. Your doctor may order another blood test to measure your LDL cholesterol. Ask your doctor to discuss your LDL cholesterol with you. Even if your total cholesterol is between 200 and 239 mg/dL, you may not be at high risk for a heart attack. Some people — such as women before menopause and young, active men who have no other risk factors — may have high HDL cholesterol and desirable LDL levels. Ask your doctor to interpret your results. Everyone's case is different.

High Risk

If your total cholesterol level is 240 or more, it's definitely high. Your risk of heart attack and stroke is greater. In general, people who have a total cholesterol level of 240 mg/dL have twice the risk of heart attack as people whose cholesterol level is 200 mg/dL.  You need more tests. Ask your doctor for advice. About 20 percent of the U.S. population has high blood cholesterol levels.

LDL CHOLESTEROL

Your LDL cholesterol level greatly affects your risk of heart attack and stroke. The lower your LDL cholesterol, the lower your risk. In fact, it’s a better gauge of risk than total blood cholesterol. Your LDL cholesterol will fall into one of these categories:

The key point to remember is, the lower your LDL cholesterol, the lower your risk. Your doctor may prescribe a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, regular exercise and a weight management program if you're overweight. If you can't lower your cholesterol with these efforts, medications may also be prescribed to lower your LDL cholesterol. Check these categories and the goals for treatment that can lower your risk of heart attack.

HDL CHOLESTEROL

In the average man, HDL cholesterol levels range from 40 to 50 mg/dL. In the average woman, they range from 50 to 60 mg/dL. HDL cholesterol that's less than 40 mg/dL is low. Low HDL cholesterol puts you at high risk for heart disease. Smoking, being overweight and being sedentary can all result in lower HDL cholesterol. If you have low HDL cholesterol, you can help raise it by:

• Not smoking
• Losing weight (or maintaining a healthy weight)
• Being physically active for at least 30–60 minutes a day on most or all days of the week

People with high blood triglycerides usually have lower HDL cholesterol and a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Progesterone, anabolic steroids and male sex hormones (testosterone) also lower HDL cholesterol levels. Female sex hormones raise HDL cholesterol levels.

CHOLESTEROL RATIO

Total blood cholesterol is the most common measurement of blood cholesterol. It's the number you normally receive as test results. Cholesterol is measured in milligrams per deciliter of blood (mg/dL). Knowing your total blood cholesterol level is an important first step in determining your risk for heart disease. However, a critical second step is knowing your HDL or "good" cholesterol level.

Some physicians and cholesterol technicians use the ratio of total cholesterol to HDL cholesterol in place of the total blood cholesterol. The American Heart Association recommends that the absolute numbers for total blood cholesterol and HDL cholesterol levels be used. They're more useful to the physician than the cholesterol ratio in determining the appropriate treatment for patients.

The ratio is obtained by dividing the HDL cholesterol level into the total cholesterol. For example, if a person has a total cholesterol of 200 mg/dL and an HDL cholesterol level of 50 mg/dL, the ratio would be stated as 4:1. The goal is to keep the ratio below 5:1; the optimum ratio is 3.5:1.

TRIGLYCERIDE LEVEL
Your triglyceride level will fall into one of these categories:

Many people with high triglycerides have underlying diseases or genetic disorders. If this is true for you, the main therapy is to change your lifestyle. This includes controlling your weight, eating foods low in saturated fat and cholesterol, exercising regularly, not smoking and, in some cases, drinking less alcohol. People with high triglycerides may also need to limit their intake of carbohydrates to no more than 45–50 percent of total calories. The reason for this is that carbohydrates raise triglycerides in some people and lower HDL cholesterol. Use products with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.

How can I lower my cholesterol?

You can reduce cholesterol in your blood by eating healthy foods low in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol, maintaining a healthy weight and exercising. The following are dietary suggestions from the American Heart Association. For more information visit www.americanheart.org

What foods should I eat?

Foods low in saturated fat include: Fruits and vegetables (5 or more servings each day); Whole grains, including cereal, rice, pasta, beans and peas (6 or more servings each day); Lean red meats, skinless poultry and fish (choose up to 6 total ounces each day) ; Low-fat or skim milk dairy products (2-4 servings each day).¹

What about exercise?

The potential health benefits of exercise greatly outweigh the risk.¹ Consult your doctor first if you have any concerns and have been sedentary, are overweight, are middle-aged or older and have a medical condition.¹ Physical inactivity is one of the major modifiable risk factors for heart attack.¹ Other factors that increase your risk include cigarette smoking, high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels. Avoiding these risk factors may reduce your chance of heart disease. ¹

Talk to your doctor, nurse or health care professional, or call your local American Heart Association at 1-800-242-8721.

What is bad cholesterol (LDL)?

Low-density lipoproteins (LDL), carry cholesterol through the bloodstream for participation in the cell-building needs of the body, but leave behind excess deposits called plaque, which accumulate on the interior arterial walls.¹

What is good cholesterol (HDL)?

High-density lipoproteins (HDL), remove excess deposits of plaque from the arterial walls allowing the free flow of blood through the body. The excess LDL "bad" cholesterol is transported by the HDL "good" cholesterol to the liver where it can be removed.¹

What is High Cholesterol?

According to the American Heart Association, total cholesterol levels of 240 mg/dL or above are considered high, and levels from 200 to 239 mg/dL are considered borderline high, meaning more than one-in-three Americans have unhealthy cholesterol levels.¹

How do different cholesterol levels indicate heart health?

The following chart by the American Heart Association establishes total cholesterol levels as an important indicator for heart health.

What is Cholestsorb™?

Cholestsorb™ is a dietary supplement that helps (neutralizes) cholesterol in the stomach, thereby preventing new cholesterol from reaching the bloodstream, and formulated for those individuals wishing help manage their cholesterol through natural means.* By blocking new cholesterol, Cholestsorb™ allows the body to naturally rid itself of old cholesterol.* Because Cholestsorb™ works in the stomach – and not the liver – there are no side effects common to more aggressive alternatives for managing healthy cholesterol.*

How does Cholestsorb™ work?

Cholestsorb™ works to help block (neutralize) new cholesterol in the stomach from the food you eat before reaching the bloodstream.* The saponins in Esterin process alfalfa extract (bind) with new cholesterol in the stomach, preventing its absorption and allowing the body to naturally rid itself of the old cholesterol.*

Why are bad cholesterol levels so high in Americans?

A contemporary diet (high in saturated and trans fats) combined with a lifestyle which lacks exercise can result in an imbalance in which HDL "good" cholesterol cannot "clean" all of the excess LDL "bad" cholesterol. This imbalance may cause plaque to remain and cause hardening of the arteries, a higher risk of heart disease, and a host of other problems.*

Why not simply take an alfalfa supplement instead of Cholestsorb™?

Cholestsorb™ contains a concentrated saponin extract of alfalfa not found in conventional alfalfa supplements. You would have to consume barrels of alfalfa to equal the effective amount of saponins found in Esterin Process Alfalfa! Only Cholestsorb™ puts the power of non-toxic, concentrated saponins in a form that allows the body to help rid itself of bad cholesterol naturally and effectively.*

How much does Cholestsorb™ and Cholestsorb™ PLUS help influence LDL "bad" cholesterol levels?

In a published peer-reviewed article about Esterin Alfalfa, studies showed a decrease in LDL "bad" cholesterol levels between 21% up to 37% in some individuals.²*

How much does Cholestsorb™ and Cholestsorb™ PLUS help influence HDL "good" cholesterol levels?
In a published peer reviewed article about Esterin Alfalfa, studies showed an increase in HDL "good" cholesterol levels between 26% up to 52% in some individuals.¹³*

How much can Cholestsorb™ and Cholestsorb™ PLUS help influence my lipid profile?

The scientific results on both LDL and HDL cholesterol show the active ingredients in Cholestsorb™ may influence the HDL/LDL ratio between 63% up to 96% in some individuals.¹³*

How do other anti-cholesterol agents typically work?

Most anti-cholesterol agents act on the liver – after cholesterol absorption from the stomach. Since the liver is the body’s cholesterol production center, these anti-cholesterol agents work to limit cholesterol synthesis in the liver – which may cause side effects and require changes in dietary habits as well as impact the production of "good" cholesterol.*

How do Cholestsorb™ and Cholestsorb™ PLUS compare to Phytosterol supplements?

Cholestsorb™ has been shown in clinical studies to influence  LDL "bad" cholesterol levels between 21% up to 37%, while simultaneously influencing HDL "good" cholesterol levels between 26% up to 52% in some individuals13, with no change in diet or exercise.²* Phytosterol formulas have been shown to reduce LDL"bad" cholesterol levels up to 10% and 24% with a very restrictive low-fat diet and daily exercise.^12,14*

How and when should I take Cholestsorb™ or Cholestsorb™ PLUS?

You should take one tablet of Cholestsorb™ with your meals, or as directed by your physician. Each dosage works for a four to six hour period depending upon your metabolism. It is important to take Cholestsorb™ with your meals.

Can I use Cholestsorb™ or Cholestsorb™ PLUS on a sugar-restricted diet?

Cholestsorb™ contains no sugar, starch, yeast, artificial flavors, preservatives, or artificial colors. It is sodium-free, contains no wheat or soy products, and is free of dairy and meat or meat by-products. Cholestsorb™ is K (Kosher) approved and vegetarian appropriate.*

Are there any side effects associated with Cholestsorb™?

None when taken as directed.*

What is ExploTab®

By utilizing the same technology that pharmaceutical companies use to ensure their tablets disintegrate uniformly and timely in the stomach, ExploTab ensures the cholesterol binding ingredient – Esterin Process Alfalfa Saponins – in Cholestsorb™ are readily available in your stomach to bind with the food you eat.* This rapid dissolution means you get optimum performance from Cholestsorb™.*