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The cholesterol deposits around the eyes can be easily noticed. The fat “bumps” often develop beneath the skin in the uppermost part of the eyelid (the inner canthus region). These cholesterol deposits are also termed as “Xanthelasma Palpebarum”. The presence of the deposits /spots may be an evidence of the high level of cholesterol present inside the body. The deposits mainly consist of LDL (Low Density Cholesterol), or bad cholesterol. Certain diseases, including liver disease, diabetes, and even certain genetic factors can be a cause of Xanthelasma. While the deposits do not have any pain or itching, they might also indicate the onset of CAD or Coronary Heart Disease.
You can improve your diet and consume lesser cholesterol, in order to remove the deposits. Surgery can remove the scars, but is dangerous, as the eye is quite close to the affected area. Laser treatment can be a cause of scarring. There are certain natural substances that can remove the spots, and can bring relief to those who are affected by the disease Xanthelasma. These home remedies can marginally or fully remove the spots.
Here Are 7 Home Remedies To Remove Cholesterol Deposits Around Eyes
1. Onions
Onions contain flavonoids that can lower the LDL or Low Density Cholesterol content of blood. To treat the deposits of cholesterol, obtain the juice from a big onion. Now add a bit of salt to the juice, and keep the mixture for 2 or 3 hours. Apply the juice mixture to the affected parts of the eyes, and message. See to it that the juice does not go directly in the eyes. Leave the application overnight, and wash the area with clean, lukewarm water in the morning.[1]
2. Coriander Seeds
Coriander has high amounts of antioxidant enzymes, which can dissolve bad cholesterol found in blood. For treating Xanthelasma, boil 1 spoon of the coriander seeds in 1 cup of water. Steep the mixture for around 15 minutes. Later strain it, and drink the obtained (and sufficiently cooled) water. Drink a cup of juice 3 times a day, till your LDL levels get lower sufficiently, and the spots around eyes are removed.[2]
3. Almonds
Almonds have high amounts of fiber, and can quickly reduce the bad cholesterol levels in your body. They also have certain enzymes that can dissolve the fat deposits around the eyes. Crush some almonds to form a powder, and add a little amount of milk to the powder, to form a paste. Apply this paste on the spots around the eyes. After the paste gets dried, remove it by using a finger that you wet with clean water. Make the process daily until your spots are removed.[3]
4. ACV Or Apple Cider Vinegar
For those who are affected by Xanthelasma because of high cholesterol, ACV is a readily available cure. Consumption of the vinegar results in removal of bad cholesterol (LDL) from the body. It has acetic acid, which can remove the cholesterol bumps, on cutaneous (skin) application. To treat the deposits with ACV, soak a clean cotton ball into ACV, and gently apply the vinegar to the affected area, by using the ball. Secure the ball, by using a surgical tape/bandage, and leave it for around 2 to 3 hours. Later remove the cotton ball, and wash the whole area by using lukewarm water. Make the process 2 or 3 times during the day. You should also consume the apple cider vinegar daily, in any form (for instance, in salad dressings, in combination with honey, etc.). This way, the bad cholesterol level of the body gets lowered.[4]
5. Fenugreek Seeds
Fenugreek Seeds contain fiber, and hence can lower cholesterol levels. To lower the cholesterol deposits around eyes, soak 2 spoons of seeds in water for the whole night. Drink the mixture in the morning, before eating anything else. Your body’s bad cholesterol levels will be lowered this way. You can also apply the water of the mixture directly on the bumps. Messaging the water will enable the ingredients of the seed to penetrate deep inside the skin, so that the fat can be dissolved.[5]
6. Garlic
Garlic is wonderful kitchen item that can lower cholesterol level as well. The enzymes present in it can reduce the fat bumps, rather easily. In order to use garlic for treating your deposits, crush a few cloves of garlic and make a fine paste. Apply the paste on the affected area. After making the application, cover the paste by using fine cotton or silk cloth. This will prevent the garlic from entering the eyes. Remove the paste after 15 minutes of application, by using lukewarm (sufficiently cool, so that it does not cause a burn) water. Follow the procedure for a week, or a few more days.[6]
7. Castor Oil
Castor oil contains a fatty acid by the name Ricinoleic Acid (an unsaturated Omega 9 fatty acid). This acid can remove the cholesterol deposits, and shrink them adequately. For treating Xanthelasma by using the castor oil, soak a cotton ball into it. Now apply the ball on the affected areas of the eyes, while keeping them closed. Massage gently. You can also secure the ball in the affected area, by using a surgical tape or a medical bandage. Leave the oil and the ball overnight, and clean the area by using lukewarm water in the morning. You can do the remedy every day until you are completely satisfied.[7]
