Lisatexmom
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01-19-12 03:40 PM - Post#144400
I just got my blood work back and my Triglycerides and HDL Cholesterol are HIGH.
Does anyone know what you can do to get these down? or does anyone know anything about Triglycerise do or what could happen if it doesn't come down? I am not diabetic and I don't drink, I do have high blood pressure - just FYI.
I know I need to lose weight and I am planning on joining a gym soon, just had other issues to deal with first. 
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DrivinTooFast
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01-19-12 05:50 PM - Post#144403
In response to Lisatexmom
Elevated HDL is not too worrisome. The triglys are essentially carbs in your blood. Which if not used can turn to fat.
Were you fasting before the bloodwork? Even coffee creamer can throw off the numbers.
This pretty much sums it up.
http://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-managemen t/tc/hig...
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lostyankee
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01-19-12 07:46 PM - Post#144411
In response to DrivinTooFast
My biggest culprit was alcohol. People forget that it is a sugar. I cut back, switched to almost exclusively whole grains, and triglycerides dropped by half
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Lisatexmom
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01-20-12 01:33 PM - Post#144432
In response to lostyankee
I did fast, I don't drink - I had wine and champagne at New Year's. Had the blood work done on the 6th?
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DrivinTooFast
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01-20-12 06:09 PM - Post#144452
In response to Lisatexmom
I would follow your Drs advice and check in another 3-6 months.
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denisew
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01-20-12 08:45 PM - Post#144457
In response to DrivinTooFast
Regular exercise can lower cholesterol numbers as does healthy food choices.
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DrivinTooFast
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01-21-12 04:47 PM - Post#144472
In response to denisew
Here in lies the problem with the "know your Number" campaign. High HDL is actually a GOOD thing. You live longer and have a lower incidence of Alzhiemers and whole hose of other goodies. The only thing that should matter is the LDL numbers and the TriGs.
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civicminded
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01-21-12 06:13 PM - Post#144474
In response to Lisatexmom
denisew sums it up succinctly. I have the tri-uglys too. I don't use the alcohol, but don't exercise properly, and will often make poor food choices (lazy foods and fun foods). Just start moving and eat right more often and see what happens. I'm about to do blood work again and will see how my own numerals look.  
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Nutrition Avenue
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01-22-12 09:14 PM - Post#144507
In response to Lisatexmom
Here is a good WebMD article on what Triglycerides are, how they are measured, and how to lower them:
http://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-managemen t/trigly...
I suggest following your doctor's suggestions, but we know from experience with our clients that the main way to deal with high triglyceride levels is through improved lifestyle. This means eating a healthier diet and getting more frequent exercise. Even something as small as adding a 20 minute walk first thing in the morning or in the evening is a step in the right direction.
Alcohol consumption also has strong effects on triglyceride levels. In addition to living a healthier lifestyle, cutting back or giving up alcohol has helped many of our clients drop their triglyceride levels to a point where their doctor was satisfied.
Finally, increasing the consumption of foods high in Omega-3 fatty acids or taking a high-quality Omega 3 supplement has also been proven to help lower triglyceride levels.
Hope this helps!
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FitnessTogether
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01-26-12 07:15 PM - Post#144692
In response to Lisatexmom
We have taken in many clients at Fitness Together with high triglycerides and cholesterol. The quick solution that works is proper weight training, cardiovascular traing, and eating habits.
High triglycerides are a by product from too many processed carbohydrates. We have a lot of success just reducing or taking that out of a client's diet along with exercise.
High HDL's as some pointed out are a good thing. I want to point out that the standard cholesterol test according to my research is NOT a good indicator of risk for heart disease. Most doctors will recommend cholesterol meds with total cholesterol > 200 and then experience more issues from the meds. Dr. Stephen Sinatra, a cardiologist, is a great source for information. His at risk number is a total cholesterol > 320. Lastly, it has been shown that the size of your LDL is what indicates any risk and the LDL # itself is not a good measurement. See his info here.
http://www.drdach.com/Cholesterol_Choirboy.html
I would get a VAP test which is a comprehensive cholesterol panel instead of the standard TOTAL, HDL, AND LDL tests.
Supplements recommended after addressing dietary habits would be high quality fish oil or krill oil ,niacin, and red rice yeast extract.
Hope that helps!
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