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Hello, you’re listening to High Blood Pressure Wellness Lifestyle Podcast with Donna Williams. We’ve all heard about high cholesterol, and we all know it’s something we want to avoid, but what is cholesterol? Is all cholesterol bad? How can we improve cholesterol levels? Here is the lowdown on cholesterol and how to improve it naturally. 

Whether you’d like to know the reasons why it makes sense to control your cholesterol and then present reasonable and moderate strategies to help you reach your goal. The emphasis here is knowledge is power, and in this case the power to lower your cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart attack.

If you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure – especially individuals within my community, or you're a busy parent juggling family life, a professional with a hectic schedule, or anyone in between, these practices of mindful eating are here to guide you towards a healthier lifestyle in a way that feels natural and doable.  

I too am on this journey of lowering my cholesterol numbers. Over a year ago my cholesterol total reading stood at 252, six months later its 238, another 6 months it's 232.

What is Cholesterol?  Cholesterol is a type of fat in the body. It travels in the bloodstream, and it is essential for hormone production, cell structure, and creating bile for the digestive system.

Different Types of Cholesterol. There are two types of cholesterol— LDL and HDL.
Some lifestyle changes can help improve your cholesterol levels. Learn more about the mindful eating that is founded on the principle of simplicity and balance in our daily meals.
Eat More Fiber it lowers total cholesterol levels.
Exercise Regularly it improves cholesterol levels.
Eat Less Saturated Fats found in red meat and dairy products.
Incorporate Unsaturated Fats into Your Diet.
Healthy Oils For Sautéing.
Protect Your Heart With Foods That Lower Cholesterol.

For me the secret to lowering my cholesterol numbers is the mindful eating plan

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Welcome to Holistic Health for Women of Color, the space where stress relief, mindset shifts, and natural healing meet real life. I’m Donna Williams, Certified Holistic Health Coach, wellness guide, and a woman who navigated high blood pressure and medication side effects by embracing culturally rooted, evidence-informed holistic living. Now I help women of color reclaim their health on their own terms, with compassion, clarity, and tools that fit your life.

In each episode, you’ll get:
- Simple, science-backed guidance on food, herbs, and lifestyle
- Culturally relevant practices and ancestral wisdom you can trust
- Stress and nervous system support you can use today
- Mindset strategies and habit tools that actually stick
- Real stories, practical steps, and resources to keep you moving forward

Your health, your way. Let’s nourish your body, protect your peace, and thrive, without perfection, pressure, or shame.

If this episode supported you, follow the show and leave a review. For recipes, herb guides, and coaching, visit holisticbphealth.com, short for “holistic blood pressure health” and connect with me on Instagram.

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