High Triglyceride Diet

Triglycerides are a type of lipid found in your blood. They are important to how healthy your heart is, as any excess triglycerides that you do not burn off by exercising or other methods get stored in the fat cells of your body. Not only do triglycerides contribute to unhealthy weight gain, they are a leading factor in your risk of heart disease. Learn about the normal levels of triglycerides, and how to keep your triglycerides in that range.

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According to the American Heart Association, the normal level for triglycerides is 100 mg/dL or lower. Anything above this range is considered too high and increases the risk of heart disease. To lower your high triglycerides, the American Heart Association recommends increasing your exercise, improving your diet and making changes to your lifestyle. Another great way to reduce the amount of triglycerides in your blood is to pay attention to what you are eating. Look on any nutrition label for the amount of fats, and what percentage of your daily intake that food takes up. For example, a fast food meal may take up 50 percent of your recommended daily fat intake and that reduces the amount of foods you can eat that day. You miss out on other essential vitamins and minerals for good health.

Keeping track of high triglycerides is beneficial to your health in many ways. The risks of heart disease and other health side effects are far worse if the high triglycerides are left unattended. By keeping your scheduled doctor visits and following your recommended diet, you can reduce the amount of triglycerides in your blood and improve your health.

They are important to how healthy your heart is

by Ashley Carrero, Medical writer