Question 1

how can i reduce bad cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Reducing LDL : Mediterranean diet, weight loss, exercise, cut out prepared foods, more vegetables and fruits.

Question 2

what's considered bad cholesterol?

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LDL-cholesterol: A basic cholesterol test quantifies the total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and trigylcerides. The ldl-cholesterol is considered the "bad" cholesterol. High levels of LDL over time can lead to the development of coronary (heart) artery disease.

Best of luck!

Question 3

what can i do to treat bad cholesterol?

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Diet and exercise: Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco in any form and do take any more than one drink on a given day. If this does not work you may need medication.

Question 4

what foods can raise my bad cholesterol?

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Meat: A big mac could do a pretty good job.

Question 5

does chocolate increase bad cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Flavanoids, the healthy chemicals found in things like red wine and cocoa have been shown to marginally lower cholesterol and possibly lower the risk of coronary disease.

But chocolate also contains cholesterol raising fats, sugar, and milk.

For the most benefit and least risk, choose chocolate high in cocoa solids and enjoy in moderation. As little as 1/4oz daily may protect from inflammation.

Question 6

how are good and bad cholesterol different?

Accepted Answer

HDL-good, LDL-bad: High density lipoprotein associated cholesterol (HDL) protects against vasculardisease and low density lipoprotein associated cholesterol (ldl) is a risk factor for blood vessel and heart disease. See this site for more info.  
http://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-management/guide/understanding-numbers.

Question 7

what can reduce the level of bad cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle : Diet, exercise & weight loss are first line strategies.  If this is inadequate to reach reasonable LDL levels them medication.  Plant based diets are extremely effective.  Good luck.

Question 8

what should i do if my bad cholesterol is 248?

Accepted Answer

Medication: By bad cholesterol i assume you mean ldl. In my experience the only effective way to improve this in most patients is with treatment with a medication called a statin, such as Simvastatin (zocor).

Question 9

best & fastest way to reduce bad cholesterol ?

Accepted Answer

Exercise: You can raise your HDL my exercise and lower your LDL is by eating a diet which results in you lose the that particularly  a low carbohydrate diet very low like atkins diet Niacin supplements are also beneficial these are easy ways to start improving your cholesterol.

Question 10

what are the best tips to lower bad cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Diet : Exercise , alcohol in moderation and weight loss. Medications as needed.

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