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Cholesterol
Cholesterol is an organic chemical substance and is a steroid of fat. High levels of this steroid fat can cause real problems with humans leading to heart and circularity problems as the fat builds up layers in vital veins thereby restricting blood flow to vital organs such as the heart and can n some cases cause heart failure. On the other hand humans require this essential and important steroid fat to keep us healthy, as it responsible for creating and maintaining membranes within our bodies, the trick is to get the intake balance correct. Cholesterol was first discovered in 1769 in the gallstones.
871 Questions
How does drinking wine affect cholesterol levels?
Assuming you mean Why, alchohol dialates the blood vessles, relieving pressure that could be cause by high colesteral.
If you do mean what, it doesn't realy matter, it all has the same effect.
What is the recommended cholesterol range for a man in his forties?
Recommended cholesterol levels don't actually change with age, they are the same for everyone. Unfortunately, the older you get, the more likely you are to have dangerously high cholesterol levels! For everyone, there are three types of cholesterol levels to be concerned about. Firstly your total cholesterol levels which should be less than 200 milligrams/decilitre (mg/dL). Secondly, your LDL cholesterol (or 'bad' cholesterol) which should be lower than 130 mg/dL, ideally under 100 mg/dL. Lastly there's HDL or 'good' cholesterol, which should be above 60 mg/dL
What kind of food will help to lower bad cholesterol?
There are lots of foods that will help lower bad cholesterol. You probably even eat some of them already. The top four cholesterol lowering foods are: 1) High fiber foods 2) Fish 3) Nuts 4) Olive oil.
What kinds of foods are there that lower cholesterol?
High fiber foods will help lower cholesterol, such as oats. Different kinds of nuts can also help. Eggs and fish are also a good source of protein that will help lower cholesterol. You can find other foods from the Mayo Clinic at mayoclinic.com
WHAT IS THE NORMAL CHOLESTEROL LEVEL FOR A 53YEAR OLD MALE?
what is the normal colesterol level for a 53 year old male
What Are High Cholesterol symptons?
What is a good cholesterol level?
HDL is considered your "good" cholesterol. To stay in a healthy range, you want to stay anywhere under 200 mg. When you rise above the 200 mark you are going towards bad cholesterol which can help lead to heart disease.
Where can one find tips on lowering cholesterol?
WebMD is a great resource to find tips on lowering cholesterol. Your best resource for such tips is to call or visit your doctor, because they know the best and can work to develop a plan to lower your cholesterol that works best for you.
Is there a cure for high cholesterol?
Most all drugs have the possibility of producing negative effects. I have a fellow professor at the college I teach at that was on lipitor. When they changed his medication, he developed cancerous tumors within the rib cage. However, because the cancer was not genetically produced, they were able to control it. Always weight out the risks involved, and make sure the physician gives you full disclosure on the medication he/she recommends.
What affects the amount total cholesterol in your body?
Which of the following affects the amount of total cholesterol in your body?
if you are an flvs student the answere is
all of the above
that's what i put.
Is it possible for your cholesterol level to be too low?
A high blood cholesterol level increases your risk of coronary artery disease. Lower cholesterol is usually better - but not always.
Some research suggests that low levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or "bad," cholesterol may be associated with an increased risk of certain types of cancer. Other studies associate a low total cholesterol level with depression and anxiety, perhaps because low cholesterol may reduce levels of the brain chemical serotonin. And pregnant women who have low total cholesterol may be more likely to give birth prematurely and have babies who have low birth weights.
Although the upper limits for total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol have been clearly established, the lower limits depend on the individual.
Ideally, keep your total cholesterol below 200 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL), or 5.2 millimoles per liter (mmol/L), and your LDL cholesterol below 100 mg/dL (2.6 mmol/L) - or below 70 mg/dL (1.8 mmol/L) if you're at very high risk of heart disease. An adult who eats a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet may have an LDL cholesterol level between 40 and 50 mg/dL (1.0 and 1.3 mmol/L) and a total cholesterol level of 100 mg/dL (2.6 mmol/L).
It's also important to remember that high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or "good," cholesterol counts, too. A low HDL level increases the risk of heart disease. For women, a low HDL level coupled with excess weight after menopause may increase the risk of breast cancer as well. To help prevent heart disease, aim for an HDL level of 60 mg/dL (1.5 mmol/L) or higher.
What if your Dr. said you had the lowest level he had ever seen, 47. I think that was the total. He was really surprised and shocked, but this was several years back and he has done and said nothing to indicate there is anything wrong with that. Should I be considering a second opinion, or is it not worth the effort?
How can my diet lower my cholesterol?
There are a number of steps that can be taken to reduce a high cholesterol diet. Foods such as oatmeal and high fibre foods can be eaten to reduce cholesterol levels as well as eating omega 3 and fatty acids. Red meat and fried food should be avoided.
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Does krill oil work for high cholesterol?
I'm not sure if it contains it, but here is some medical tests that show impressive improvements in peoples cholesterol after taking krill oil.
http://corp.jdpremium.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/doctors-packet-may-1809-3.pdf
What are two types of cholesterol carriers found in blood?
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high density lipoprotein (HDL).
What is a recommended diet for a 60 year old male with high cholesterol?
A good diet for someone with high cholesterol is to start eating healthy food like fresh vegetable and fruits. One should also avoid greasy and oil food like fast food and should start cooking at home. One should also begin counting the amount calories of the food they're eating so control the amount of cholesterol they're eating.
What are the best post surgery diets after heart surgery?
I am amazed at how little information seems to be available when searching the web on the subject of a heart healthy diet. However, since my husband was diagnosed with heart disease just 4 short months ago at the ripe old age of 44 (hereditary on both sides of his family), I have been researching the proper diet for his condition, and have struggled to find consistent information. According to the American Heart Association, the long and short of it is: Low cholesterol, low sodium diet. (Pay no mind that my husband is British however, he lives in America now, so I suppose we best listen to the American Heart Association). The rest is somewhat common sense. A good example of a great common sense diet is the Sonoma Diet. We liked this diet for the simple fact that it had some basic common sense principles: 1) No processed/refined (white) flour 2) No sugar 3) Lean meats and fish 4) Plenty of green and other vegetables, and 5) Only whole grains. To summarize: Quit buying processed crap in the frozen food, "boxed" food section, etc. For 10 days, we ate delicious recipes of lean meats/fish with savoury spices, vegetables, and some gain dishes. The initial 10 days is meant to "rid you of your refined flour and sugar addictions". This actually made sense to me, and I truly felt great after eating this way for 10 days. Now, to return to the specific issue of heart health in regard to this diet. This diet listed eggs for breakfast nearly every day...now, my husband and I have all but cut out eggs (and replaced with egg substitutes) long ago, and read the blurb in Gutterson's Sonoma Diet book regarding the "good" cholesterol in eggs vs. the "bad", etc. I figure, with egg substitue products that taste great out there, and have no cholesterol, why eat eggs? Once in a while we have them for a treat, but don't fuss over it. The biggest issue is: the eggs are on the diet because they are loaded with protein. So find other lean protein sources! Overall, here's the verdict: Lean meats or fish (plenty of protein each meal) balanced with plenty of fresh veggies, "good" fats (2-3 servings per day of olive oil, canola oil, 1/4 of an avocado), plus no more than 2 servings per day of whole grains = steady weight loss and a heart healthy diet. One big thing to remember however, if you are trying to lose weight due to a Dr.'s advisory regarding your heart health; you need to watch your portions. It's easy to pig out when you think you are eating "good food". However, a whole pound of salmon and 8 oz. of a tasty grain medley on the side with one spear of broccoli won't shed the pounds. Basically, heart health or not, I find that it all comes down to the age old diet that no one ever seems to want to embrace in the end: EAT LESS. MOVE MORE. Our bodies need a balance of protein and carbohydrates along with not sitting on our asses all day. Many of the available food choices out there these days are full of complex carbs and fat. Period. Proteins are expensive, so all fast food chains skimp on proteins when contrasted to the complex carbs they serve along side them to fill you up. Couple this with the great American pastime of sitting on one's ass....and viola! Obese America! So how to start on a heart healthy diet in America? One thing I can absolutely vouch for: Drop the processed foods. It's a great start, and hard to do when our grocery and covenience stores are full of them, and we nurture a culture that "doesn't want to take time" to prepare something proper to eat! (Enjoying good food...that's a whole other topic!) By dropping processed foods, white flour and sugar alone, my husband's cholesterol level dropped down from dangerous levels to hovering BELOW normal in only about 12 weeks. No miracle cures. No crazy diet fads. Common sense wins on this one! I wish you all happiness and healthy choices! TC
What does good cholesterol do?
Good cholesterol, or omega 3 fatty acids, are used by the body in the myelin sheathe that insulates nerves, and in building cell membranes, and a number of other things. Most of the chemicals of which the human body is made are water soluble, and so it is also necessary to also have some insoluble compounds that will enable the body, and structures within the body, to retain their shape rather than dissolving into a puddle.
What can a low cholesterol eat?
You can find more information about a high cholesterol diet plan from your local nutritionist. They can provide many different high cholesterol dietary options which allow you to manage your lifestyle.
Is it possible to lower cholesterol naturally?
cholesterol isn't a disease you idiot. that's like asking if there is a cure for carbs.
^harsh!. the only natural cure is probably excersizing and eating the right foods but this is hard for many people. I'm not aware of any natural causes apart from those two to be honest. Statins are the best 'cure' of Cholesterol although they do not cure cholesterol completely, they only lower the levels
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