Tahitian Noni Juice May Aid In Lowering High Cholesterol


by TomO\’Riordan

With the emphasis on reducing cholesterol in recent years, you may be glad to learn about recent studies and the results that say Tahitian noni juice may lower the bad cholesterol (LDL). This could be important to those struggling to reduce their levels and improve their health.

A tree known as aMorinda Citrifoliaa produces a bumpy fruit from which noni juice is extracted. This juice has been used by indigenous peoples for thousands of years as an alternative medicine in it native habitat of the Polynesian Islands in the South Pacific. Studies are beginning to show their wisdom as this juice is being shown to have the potential for lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels leading to better health.

In one particular study, smokers who had high cholesterol levels saw major reductions in just 30 days. Smokers were used for the study since they usually have higher cholesterol levels and increased chance for heart attacks. The product’s powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and other cancer-fighting properties are reasons why Tahitian noni juice may lower the bad cholesterol (LDL).

This was a controlled study, which contained a placebo group, and in the course of the study the placebo groupas total cholesterol and triglycerides levels went up slightly. A spokesperson for the study stated, athis study is a rare example of good research of a dietary supplement or food that makes health claimsa and with the significant differences between the two study groups a larger clinical study should occur soon to see if the results hold.

There is increasing concern on the part of doctors and patients about the health risks of high cholesterol. Though the human body does need a certain level of cholesterol to function properly high levels have been found to lead to heart disease. Television advertising has brought an increasing awareness of the issue of high cholesterol and Americans spent over $16 billion on statin drug last year. For those looking for an alternative to these prescription medications noni juice may provide just the right option.

The juice does have a pungent odor and a strong taste which can make it difficult for some people to take, though this can be helped somewhat through the addition of fruit juices like grape or blueberry. Also, at up to $26 a bottle it is certainly not a cheap option.

As today’s population is always looking for cheaper ways to lower their cholesterol without medication, the juice may continue to grow in popularity. Even as other supplements have reportedly had an effect on cholesterol, a fruit juice seems to fit in with other alternative medicine approaches that so many doctors, patients and other nutritionists tout today.

Sales are on the rise as more headlines are pointing to the cholesterol lowering properties of Tahitian noni juice. When the study was reported by one news network the sales jumped to more than $1 billion. Hopefully word will continue to spread and more studies will be done so that greater numbers of people can benefit from this amazing product.

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