1 / 64 types of leaves to reduce bad cholesterol risk of heart attack: Increasing the amount of cholesterol in the body is considered a serious problem. Some people call this problem the silent killer. Although cholesterol is increasing in the body, its symptoms are not immediately understood in the beginning.2 / 6If the amount of cholesterol in the body increases, there is a risk of blockage of blood vessels. Not only this, it also increases the risk of heart attack. In such a situation, the leaves of four types of trees can be beneficial to bring cholesterol levels under control.3 / 6Neem leaves- Known for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties. Consuming neem leaves helps lower cholesterol. For this, dry the bark of neem leaves and make its powder. Then put this powder in water and boil it. 4 / 6Basil leaves- It is a powerful ayurvedic remedy to lower cholesterol. Tulsi in particular has properties to reduce 'oxidative stress'. For this, wash and dry tulsi leaves and use them like tea leaves. Boil water and add tulsi leaves to it and brew it like tea.5 / 6Purple leaves- It is a great Ayurvedic remedy to control or eliminate cholesterol. It contains anthocyanins and antioxidants, which help lower cholesterol. For this, dry fresh purple leaves and make a powder. Then put this powder in water and boil it. 6 / 6Fenugreek leaves- May be helpful in lowering cholesterol. It contains fiber that helps control cholesterol. For this, make a salad of fresh fenugreek leaves and eat it. Apart from this, wash fresh fenugreek leaves well and soak them in water overnight.