Cholesterol Levels
Cholesterol Levels questions and answers
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Q: Cholesterol levels?
If you eat a lot of crappy food (say on the weekend) and then a few days later get your cholesterol levels checked, will it be affected.
That happened to me. My cholesterol was high (217) and i do not know if it like that all the time or if it was just because of what i ate the few days before, since normally i eat pretty healthy.
A: 217 is not high. Forget what the drug companies say. They want everyone on their drugs. When I was in school (30 years) 250 was "normal". I bet what you call healthy is not what I call healthy.
Q: Cholesterol Levels?
What total cholesterol level is considered high for a 40-50 year old male?
A: Less than 200 mg/dl - Desirable
200-239 mg/dl - Borderline High
240 mg/dl and above - High
Q: cholesterol levels?
i had a blood test recently (not cheaking for cholesterol) but he told me anyway that mine was 5.3, is this healthy???
i dont undertsand cholesterol, so what do i do if its to high?? how do i find out if its too high??
any web sites or personal experience that would answer this question is gratley appreciated. thank you
A: Well, to be honest I have experience of patients, I think you better go this link, it will help you out, don't worry too much as stress increases cholestrol too:
Was the above checked from a website, the above does not make any sense to me.
http://www.rd.com/channel/cholesterol/
Q: What is the difference between LDH and LDL cholesterol levels?
Are they both bad cholesterol levels? I seem to find more info on LDL's and not so much on LDH, but LDH is listed on my cholesterol chart. Should the levels be read the same when comparing numbers?
A: Yes, LDL is the bad cholesterol and HDL is the good cholesterol.
Please see the links below.... it explains about your results and has a lot more information about high cholesterol. Hope this helps.
http://www.drugs.com/cholesterol-testing.html
http://www.drugs.com/cholesterol.html
http://www.drugs.com/cholesterol-reduction.html
http://www.drugs.com/cholesterol-risk-factors.html
Q: How many strokes/Heart attacks happen in people with normal Cholesterol and blood pressure levels?
I understand people with High cholesterol or high blood pressure have a much increased chance of having a stroke or heart attack, but how many people have strokes/heart attacks that have completely normal blood pressure levels and normal cholesterol levels? In percentages...
A: "Michael M" is a person with no medical/scientific training who posts inaccurate statements about cholesterol & heart disease.
Cholesterol is ONE factor in heart disease, not the only one.
When I did cardiology, we would sometimes see these patients come in with an MI. We'd often send a blood sample off for NMR (nuclear spectography) for particle size analysis.
Q: Is there a website that gives the cholesterol levels of different foods?
I would like to know if there is such a website that has alot of foods listed with their cholesterol levels.
A: I like to use Calorie King.
Q: If you eat healthy and exercise regularly, your cholesterol levels are more likely to be elevated if you?
If you eat healthy and exercise, your cholesterol levels are likely to be elevated if you are over weight.
A: It depends on what you're eating. Read the labels of your foods. Eat fewer eggs and other foods high in cholesterol. Exercise will increase the HDL(good cholesterol). LDL and triglycerides are diet related.
Q: How long does it take for exercise and dietary changes to lower cholesterol levels significantly?
Also, how long does it take before medications lower cholesterol levels significantly?
A: According to my doctor, it takes at least two months of taking medication every day or two months of consistent diet change (you're allowed to be bad every once in a while) to see a change in cholesterol levels -- that's why he tests me every 90 days.
Q: How can I safely RAISE my cholesterol levels?
For years, I have had unusually low cholesterol readings - as low as 99 total cholesterol. For the same period of time I have been dealing with anxiety issues and depression. I recently found studies that linked the two. I have one child and notices that all my anxiety/depression issues resolved during pregnancy (a time when the body naturally raises the cholesterol levels) As such, I would like to raise my cholesterol levels in order to see if this is contributing to the anxiety - is their a safe way to do so?
A: I'm sorry to hear that you are dealing with anxiety and depression it's a tough road. Working with a psychiatrist and therapist you can determine what medication and talk therapy could help. Finding a medication can be tough - a bit trial & error , (sorry, but since they can't sample exactly what is going on chemically in your brain they have to try by experimenting with small doses).
Is it possible that you also took better care of your body during pregnancy? Better diet? More sleep?
You are so smart to realize that what you eat, and the blood chemistry results, may have an effect. Good nutrition is key to a healthy pregnancy AND to good mental health too! There are nutrients that your body cannot absorb and make us of unless there is sufficient fat in your diet along with other healthy foods. When adding fats, choose well. Olive oil is produced without as much processing and does not result in as much of the "bad cholesterol."
Examine your diet - keep a journal of eating, then review your habits with a nutritionist. If you identify possible imbalances and correct these your body will function better and produce a healthier balance of chemistry in your brain to support mental heath. Do not neglect exercise, even if you are down, because it also plays a part in maintaining your overall heath.
Regular blood tests are a good idea because your MD will be able to identify and hormonal or endocrine problems too.
Keep doing your best to take care of yourself, being responsible for your mental health! You are very important to your family and friends and my heaart goes out to you too! Time you spend maintaining your health is an investment in your loved ones too! God bless you & yours -- JA
Q: My girlfriend wants to know a thing or two about cholesterol levels?
my cholesterol test revealed that my good levels are low at 33,and my bad levels are high at 131. i know medication can be given for the bad high levels. but is there anything that can be taken to raise the good levels.
A: Cholesterol is a lipid found in the cell membranes of all tissues, and it is transported in the blood plasma of all animals.
Most of the cholesterol in the body is synthesized by the body and some has dietary origin. Cholesterol is more abundant in tissues which either synthesize more or have more abundant densely-packed membranes, for example, the liver, spinal cord and brain.
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Q: How quickly can you reduce your cholesterol levels?
My friend has been diagonized with boderline-high cholesterol (238). If you change your food habits and exercise regularly, how fast can you reduce your levels within 200 (without any medication). Please share your experience.
A: I lowered mine by eating oatmeal everyday and adding more grains and fiber to my meals.
Also eating foods high in good cholesterol like olive oil, avocadoes, and flaxseed.
I went from 235 to 167 in a month.
Q: Do normal blood pressure and cholesterol levels mean I have normal circulation?
I am something of a hypochondriac and I worry about these things constantly. I realize these things are not black and white, but in general would normal blood pressure and cholesterol levels mean that my circulation is normal?
A: it means you are healthy and you do not have impaired circulation
Q: Are there any machines that you can buy and use at home to measure cholesterol levels?
I know you can buy machines to measure blood pressure and sugar levels but how about cholesterol? In know you are meant to get blood tests done yearly but what about in between. Recent studies have shown that your cholesterol can rise after eating a fatty meal.
A: Unless your a millionare, no.
Q: How to reduce cholesterol levels ?
In my LIPID Profile tests, my (1) Serum cholesterol is 333 mgs/dl (2) HDL cholesterol is 50 mgs/dl (3) LDL cholesterol is 205 mgs/dl (4) VLDL Cholesterol is 77.4 mgs/dl and (5) Serum Triglycerides is 387 mgs/dl. Are the levels are in serious level ?
Can any one suggest how to reduce cholesterol, what type of exercieses required, and what type of diet i should consume ?
A: Here is a Homeopathic prescription to reduce and get rid of high cholesterol levels without any side effects or complications with 100% relief guaranteed :-
1.PHYTOLACCA 30
2.PHOSPHORUS 30
3.CHOLESTERINUM 30
Take all three together, half hour before or after meals thrice a day always take them on an empty stomach. And avoid Chocolates Coffee Mints and Red Meat while you are taking any Homeopathic remedy.
Take care and God Bless!
Q: My friend is quite fat and he eats a lot of fat. How to monitor blood cholesterol levels ?
My friend is quite fat and he eats a lot of fat. I have cautioned him against cholesterol levels but to no heed. Now I think I’ll show him results of a cholesterol test at home. That will surely shake him up. How to monitor blood cholesterol levels?
A: if he likes to eat get him large amounts of cheerios!!
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