Question 1

what are the risk of high triglyceride levels?

Accepted Answer

Includes: increased risk for Coronary artery disease, pancreatitis and metabolic syndrome

Question 2

triglyceride levels for two years now are about 250. yet i have no risk factors -- asian woman, only 100 pounds and eat healthy. what could be it be?

Accepted Answer

High triglycerides: Obesity is often associated with high triglycerides. But there are other factors that could elevate your trigs, including alcohol and high glycemic index carb consumption, which can cause Insulin overproduction, which leads to high trigs. The levels 150 or higher are considered to be a potential cardiovascular risk especially in women, particularly if you have other risk factors such as low hdl.

Question 3

is there any risk involved in extreme low level triglyceride?

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Depends how low: Sometimes a very low triglyceride level can be  a marker of malabsorption of fat or of a genetic disorder of lipid metabolism that can be associated with other abnormalities. In most cases, however, it simply represents a normal or low level of circulating fats used for energy and most likely s a good thing.

Question 4

so i found out that my triglyceride levels are 152. i'm 18 and was wondering if this is too high and if i'm at risk for anything?

Accepted Answer

Slightly elevated.: This is a borderline high level and is an indication to lessen intake of sweets and starches. Alcohol also raises triglycerides. After these adjustments which should also reduce your weight, recheck your lipid levels in 3 months after a 12 hour fast to get the most accurate readings. Elevated triglycerides are a risk factor for cardiovascular disease but you're ok at this time in your life.

Question 5

cause of low triglyceride and cholesterol level?

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Better than high!!: We really concentrate on whether our patients have high cholesterol or triglyceride levels as those predispose patients to developing heart disease and stroke.Having low cholesterol and triglycerides in my patient would generally please me greatly!Often this is due to a very good, healthy,balanced diet,and often consistent exercise,and generally taking good care of yourself. Good genes help too!

Question 6

what is the best treatment for high triglyceride levels?

Accepted Answer

Diet and meds: Triglycerides can be treated with lifestyle changes including, a low fat diet, regular exercise, and weight loss. Depending on the level medication or over-the-counter supplements may be necessary. Otc meds such as omega 3 fish oil and Niacin can be helpful if lifestyle changes fail. Medications that target triglycerides are available as well.

Question 7

would eating peanut butter reduce my triglyceride level?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Reducing your intake of carbohydrates, saturated fats and taking omega 3 fatty acids, such as fish oil will help. Reducing your weight would be helpful too.

Question 8

will mcts raise the overall triglyceride levels in the blood?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Over all triglyceride level could go up. But mcts get metabolized quicker than long chain triglycerides. After metabolism it behaves like carbohydrates. Hence mostly it is not stored in fat cells.

Question 9

how effective is zocor (simvastatin) for lowering triglyceride levels?

Accepted Answer

Moderately: Statins are primarily effective in lowering LDL but are only moderately effective in lowering triglycerides.  Average reduction to be expected in the newer generation statins is around 15-20%.

Question 10

can triglyceride levels be too low? mine is 27. (hdl is 94; ldl is 62)

Accepted Answer

All Good: You lipid parameters are all in good order. Triglyceride is not too low. Hope that your HDL is high due to vigorous exercise and not by drinking alcohol.

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