{"product_id":"cholisma-high-cholesterol-triglycerides-dyslipidemia-tcm","title":"Cholisma – TCM Herbal Formula for High Cholesterol, High Triglycerides, Dyslipidemia \u0026 Atherosclerosis","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCholisma™\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTCM herbal formula for dyslipidemia, hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, and atherosclerosis — antihyperlipidemic; antiatherosclerotic; vasodilating; antiplatelet; anticoagulant; dissolves dampness; eliminates phlegm; invigorates blood circulation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠️ Contains Dan Shen (Radix et Rhizoma Salviae Miltiorrhizae) — patients on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapies such as Coumadin (warfarin) should use with caution or not at all. Jue Ming Zi, Zhi He Shou Wu, and Ju Hua may cause loose stools or diarrhea in those with sensitive GI tracts — reduce to 2 capsules three times daily if this occurs. Treat hypertension simultaneously if present alongside high cholesterol. Do NOT use He Shou Wu (prepared or unprepared) in patients with pre-existing liver disease or liver disease risk factors. Establish baseline cholesterol levels before starting; retest after 1 month, then every 2–3 months. Long-term use required for maximum results — herbs reduce cholesterol by an average of 10–15 mg\/dL per month.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCLINICAL APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eDyslipidemia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e§ \u003cb\u003eHyperlipidemia\u003c\/b\u003e (high cholesterol and triglycerides levels)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e§ \u003cb\u003eHypercholesterolemia\u003c\/b\u003e (high cholesterol levels)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e§ \u003cb\u003eHypertriglyceridemia\u003c\/b\u003e (high triglycerides levels)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eArteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBackground:\u003c\/b\u003e Dyslipidemia is the elevation of cholesterol and\/or triglycerides levels that contributes to arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis and increases the risk of coronary artery disease. Causes may be primary (genetic) or secondary (diet, obesity, diabetes, hypothyroidism, and drugs such as thiazides, beta-blockers, estrogen, progestins, and glucocorticoids). Complications include atherosclerosis, arteriosclerosis, coronary artery disease, angina pectoris, and hypertension. Optimal treatment requires dietary changes, exercise, and if necessary, herbs or drugs to lower lipids. The most effective prevention and treatment is diet and lifestyle changes — herbal therapy facilitates and enhances overall results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTCM differentiation:\u003c\/b\u003e In TCM, cholesterol is considered an excess deposit of dampness and phlegm in the blood vessels. Treatment focuses on dissolving dampness, eliminating phlegm, and invigorating blood circulation. Diuretic and digestive herbs dissolve dampness; aromatic herbs dry dampness and eliminate phlegm; blood-activating herbs invigorate circulation and prevent stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosage note:\u003c\/b\u003e Take the last dose one hour prior to bedtime — synthesis of cholesterol is most active at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey herb-level clinical data:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eZi Mu Xu\u003c\/b\u003e (Herba Medicaginis \/ Alfalfa \/ Medicago): reduces cholesterol absorption — direct binding in the GI tract; decreases atherosclerotic formation; reduces cholesterol accumulation and synthesis in the liver; multiple studies confirm antihyperlipidemic and antiatherosclerotic effects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eZhi He Shou Wu\u003c\/b\u003e (Radix Polygoni Multiflori Praeparata \/ Prepared Fo-Ti \/ Prepared Polygonum): reduces intestinal absorption of dietary cholesterol; decreases triglycerides and LDL; increases HDL; antiatherosclerotic — prevents development of atherosclerotic lesions; inhibits expression of ICAM-1 and VEGF in foam cells; clinical study: 90.93% effective rate treating 32 patients with elevated cholesterol; \u003cb\u003enote: prepared (Zhi) form only — safe and well-tolerated due to Maillard reaction processing with Hei Dou (Semen Sojae); unprepared (Sheng) form may cause liver disorder; do not use in patients with liver disease risk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eHe Ye\u003c\/b\u003e (Folium Nelumbinis \/ Lotus Leaf): antihyperlipidemic — ameliorates lipid metabolic disorders (dyslipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, and fatty liver) caused by high-fat diet; efficacy similar to silymarin and Zocor (simvastatin); clears damp-heat; lowers serum cholesterol and blood pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eHu Zhang\u003c\/b\u003e (Rhizoma et Radix Polygoni Cuspidati \/ Japanese Knotweed \/ Polygonum Cuspidatum): lowers triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL (polydatin); detoxifies the Liver; lowers cholesterol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJiao Gu Lan\u003c\/b\u003e (Rhizoma seu Herba Gynostemmatis \/ Gynostemma \/ Jiaogulan): lowers triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL; anti-hyperlipidemic and hypoglycemic effects; clears damp-heat; lowers serum cholesterol and blood pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJue Ming Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Semen Cassiae \/ Cassia Seed \/ Semen Cassiae Obtusifoliae): decreases LDL; increases HDL; lowers blood pressure without serious adverse effects; clinical study: 48 patients treated with Jue Ming Zi syrup for 2 months — cholesterol reduction in 95.8%, triglycerides reduction in 86.7%, beta-lipoprotein reduction in 89.5%; clears damp-heat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eShan Zha\u003c\/b\u003e (Fructus Crataegi \/ Hawthorn Berry): primary digestive herb — breaks down animal fat; enhances LDL-receptor activity; increases hepatic breakdown; decreases cholesterol synthesis; vasodilating — dilates coronary artery; prevents heart attack; clinical study: formula with Shan Zha + Dan Shen + Ge Gen — 90% effective rate in 30 patients with elevated cholesterol; clinically used for angina, thrombosis, coronary artery disease, and transient ischemic attack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eDan Shen\u003c\/b\u003e (Radix et Rhizoma Salviae Miltiorrhizae \/ Salvia \/ Red Sage Root): invigorates blood circulation; improves microcirculation; inhibits coagulation; lowers blood cholesterol; antiplatelet and anticoagulant — prevents blood clot formation; clinically used for angina, thrombosis, coronary artery disease, and transient ischemic attack; \u003cb\u003ecaution with anticoagulants\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eGe Gen\u003c\/b\u003e (Radix Puerariae Lobatae \/ Kudzu Root \/ Pueraria): vasodilating — dilates blood vessels and coronary artery; lowers blood pressure; prevents heart attack; clinically used for cardiovascular disorders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eZe Xie\u003c\/b\u003e (Rhizoma Alismatis \/ Alisma): diuretic — actions similar to choline and lecithin; lowers blood sugar and cholesterol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eYi Yi Ren\u003c\/b\u003e (Semen Coicis \/ Coix \/ Job's Tears): diuretic — actions similar to choline and lecithin; lowers blood sugar and cholesterol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eCang Zhu\u003c\/b\u003e (Rhizoma Atractylodis \/ Atractylodes): aromatic — dries dampness; eliminates phlegm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJu Hua\u003c\/b\u003e (Flos Chrysanthemi \/ Chrysanthemum Flower): clears damp-heat; lowers serum cholesterol and blood pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWESTERN THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eAntihyperlipidemic \/ cholesterol reduction\u003c\/b\u003e — Zi Mu Xu (GI absorption↓, liver synthesis↓, atherosclerosis↓); Zhi He Shou Wu (LDL↓, triglycerides↓, HDL↑, 90.93% \/ 32 patients); He Ye (dyslipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, fatty liver — comparable to simvastatin); Hu Zhang (triglycerides↓, total cholesterol↓, LDL↓); Jiao Gu Lan (triglycerides↓, cholesterol↓, LDL↓); Jue Ming Zi (LDL↓, HDL↑, 95.8% cholesterol reduction \/ 48 patients); Shan Zha (LDL-receptor↑, hepatic breakdown↑, synthesis↓)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eAntiatherosclerotic\u003c\/b\u003e — Zhi He Shou Wu (ICAM-1↓, VEGF↓ in foam cells, atherosclerotic lesion prevention)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eVasodilating \/ cardiovascular\u003c\/b\u003e — Ge Gen (coronary artery dilation, blood pressure↓); Shan Zha (coronary artery dilation); Dan Shen (angina, thrombosis, coronary artery disease, TIA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eAntiplatelet \/ anticoagulant\u003c\/b\u003e — Dan Shen (blood clot prevention)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eClinical formula studies\u003c\/b\u003e — Shan Zha + Dan Shen + Ge Gen: 90% effective rate \/ 30 elevated cholesterol patients; Jue Ming Zi syrup: 95.8% cholesterol↓, 86.7% triglycerides↓, 89.5% beta-lipoprotein↓ \/ 48 patients; Zhi He Shou Wu: 90.93% effective \/ 32 patients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Dissolves dampness; eliminates phlegm (Cang Zhu, Ze Xie, Yi Yi Ren)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Clears damp-heat; lowers cholesterol and blood pressure (Jue Ming Zi, He Ye, Ju Hua, Jiao Gu Lan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Invigorates blood circulation; prevents stagnation (Dan Shen, Shan Zha)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Tonifies Kidney \u003ci\u003ejing\u003c\/i\u003e (essence); reduces cholesterol and triglycerides (Zhi He Shou Wu)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Detoxifies Liver; lowers cholesterol (Hu Zhang)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Dilates blood vessels; lowers blood pressure (Ge Gen)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDOSAGE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard:\u003c\/b\u003e 3–4 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach. Take the last dose 1 hour before bedtime — cholesterol synthesis is most active at night. Maintenance dose: 2 capsules twice daily. Long-term use required for maximum results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementary formulas:\u003c\/b\u003e Obese patients with excess appetite — add Herbalite. Fatty liver and obesity — use Cholisma (ES). Diabetes mellitus and high blood glucose — add Equilibrium. Hypothyroidism — add Thyro-forte. Hypertension with dizziness or vertigo — add Gastrodia Complex. Hypertension with anger or flushed face — add Gentiana Complex. Edema — add Herbal DRX. Excess heat — add Gardenia Complex. Excessive blood stagnation — add Circulation (SJ). Coronary heart disorders — add Circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e Increase cholesterol-lowering foods: apples, bananas, carrots, cold-water fish, dried beans, garlic, grapefruit, olive oil, and fibers such as bran and oats. Increase niacin — lowers total cholesterol by up to 18%, increases HDL by up to 32%, lowers triglycerides by up to 26% (slow-release form preferred to minimize flushing and stomach pain). Other beneficial supplements: vitamin B5, vitamin C, vitamin E, chromium picolinate, lecithin, and coenzyme Q10. Increase vinegar intake — softens blood vessels and prevents atherosclerosis. Decrease: beer, wine, cheese, tobacco products, meat, aged and cured meats, sugar, and greasy or fried foods. Avoid greasy, fatty, fried, and oily foods; reduce seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTao of Nutrition (Dr. Maoshing Ni and Cathy McNease):\u003c\/b\u003e Make soup with diced artichoke hearts, sliced ginger, and ½ head of cabbage — eat a bowl daily. Drink one glass daily of pureed asparagus juice including the pulp with 1 teaspoon of honey. Use white mushrooms and corn silk to make soup or tea regularly. Add rice bran to a grain dish every day for at least 2 months. Incorporate pinto beans and other high-fiber, folate-rich beans regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifestyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Exercise — the best way to decrease cholesterol buildup in the arteries and reduce weight. Drink tea daily, especially after meals, to facilitate elimination of fatty foods — pu-er, black, oolong, or green tea. Avoid alcohol and tobacco — they increase cholesterol buildup and hardening of the arteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCASE STUDIES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003e39-year-old male:\u003c\/b\u003e Loose stools, allergies, poor circulation, high cholesterol (263 mg\/dL); Spleen qi deficiency with damp and phlegm accumulation. Cholisma 6g daily for 5 months + increased exercise + healthier diet. Result: cholesterol dropped to 228 mg\/dL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eP.Z., 61-year-old male:\u003c\/b\u003e High triglycerides (250 mg\/dL); red tongue with yellow coating; wiry slippery pulse; overweight. Cholisma 4 caps 3x daily + acupuncture. Result: triglycerides dropped from 250 to 136 mg\/dL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003e31-year-old female (postpartum, nursing):\u003c\/b\u003e Cholesterol 375 mg\/dL; doctor refused drugs due to nursing. Cholisma 2g 3x daily + exercise 30 min 3x weekly + avoided red meat and carbohydrates + increased fresh fruits and vegetables. Result at 2 months: cholesterol reduced from 375 to 266 mg\/dL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eK.N., 69-year-old female:\u003c\/b\u003e Trigger finger, low back pain, high cholesterol, borderline high blood pressure; Liver and Kidney yin deficiencies with Lung heat; hypertension and arthritis. Cholisma + swimming. Result: cholesterol reduced; blood pressure normalized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eR.L., 79-year-old female:\u003c\/b\u003e Post-stroke right-side paralysis (leg, arm, face); BP 140\/80 mmHg; high cholesterol (250 mg\/dL); wind-stroke with blood stagnation. Neuro Plus 4.5g + Cholisma 1.5g daily + acupuncture. Result at 10 weeks: regained leg movement, partial arm movement, almost full face and mouth movement; cholesterol dropped from 250 to 180 mg\/dL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003e46-year-old female speech therapist:\u003c\/b\u003e Weight gain, left arm pain, slow metabolism; cholesterol 280 mg\/dL; damp and phlegm stagnation with blood stagnation. Cholisma. Result at 3 months: cholesterol 220 mg\/dL. Result at 6 months: cholesterol 198 mg\/dL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003e22-year-old female:\u003c\/b\u003e High triglycerides and high ALT; thin and pale; cold limbs; easily agitated; BP 115\/70 mmHg; yang deficiency with Liver heat. Liver DTX 3 caps 3x daily + Cholisma 2 caps 2x daily + acupuncture. Result at 6 weeks: liver enzymes and triglycerides returned to normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJ.L., 86-year-old male:\u003c\/b\u003e Hypertension (180\/90 mmHg), insomnia, anxiety, high cholesterol; damp-heat accumulation. Gastrodia Complex 4.5g + Cholisma 1.5g daily + acupuncture. Result at 6 weeks: BP reduced to average 147\/80 mmHg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eL.L., 56-year-old female:\u003c\/b\u003e Hypertension (138\/78 mmHg), high cholesterol, post-traumatic stress; temporal and vertex headaches; eye twitching, agitation, red eyes; damp-heat in Liver and Gallbladder, Kidney yin deficiency, excess fire and wind rising. Calm (ES) as needed + Cholisma 4 caps 2x daily + Gentiana Complex 5 caps 2x daily. Result: immediate emotional control; BP gradually reduced to 120\/72 mmHg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eM.C., 49-year-old executive:\u003c\/b\u003e Elevated SGPT, LDL, cholesterol; BP 148\/94 mmHg; temporal headaches; neck and shoulder tension; insomnia; Liver qi stagnation and Spleen qi deficiency. Cholisma 4 caps 3x daily + Liver DTX 5 caps at night. Result: passed insurance exam; BP stabilized at 120\/72 mmHg; no more headaches; cholesterol dropped from 216 to 186 mg\/dL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eE.S., 48-year-old male:\u003c\/b\u003e Hypercholesterolemia and hypertension; deep slippery pulse. Cholisma 2g 3x daily + diet and exercise improvements. Lab results after 2 months: cholesterol 221→206 mg\/dL; HDL 66→69 mg\/dL; LDL 141→123 mg\/dL; triglycerides 73→68 mg\/dL; BP 140\/100→118\/80 mmHg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cholisma-es\"\u003eCholisma (ES)\u003c\/a\u003e – for fatty liver and obesity | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/herbalite\"\u003eHerbalite\u003c\/a\u003e – for obesity with excess appetite | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gastrodia-complex\"\u003eGastrodia Complex\u003c\/a\u003e – for hypertension with dizziness | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gentiana-complex\"\u003eGentiana Complex\u003c\/a\u003e – for hypertension with anger or flushed face | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/equilibrium\"\u003eEquilibrium\u003c\/a\u003e – for diabetes and high blood glucose | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thyro-forte\"\u003eThyro-forte\u003c\/a\u003e – for hypothyroidism | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/circulation\"\u003eCirculation\u003c\/a\u003e – for coronary heart disorders | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/circulation-sj\"\u003eCirculation (SJ)\u003c\/a\u003e – for excessive blood stagnation | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/herbal-drx\"\u003eHerbal DRX\u003c\/a\u003e – for edema | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/liver-dtx\"\u003eLiver DTX\u003c\/a\u003e – for liver support | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardiovascular-blood-pressure-support\"\u003eCardiovascular \u0026amp; Blood Pressure Support Collection\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/heart-cardiovascular-health\"\u003eHeart \u0026amp; Cardiovascular Health Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Modern Herbal Formulas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53409633140847,"sku":null,"price":28.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8630\/5391\/files\/Cholisma.jpg?v=1782592508","url":"https:\/\/modernherbalformulas.com\/products\/cholisma-high-cholesterol-triglycerides-dyslipidemia-tcm","provider":"Modern Herbal Formulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}