Question 1

how do i lower my ldl and raise my hdl?

Accepted Answer

Various ways: There are several ways to improve your lipid profile. Lowering LDL can be accomplished by dietary changes. There are also several plant/yeast derived natural products that also help reduce ldl. Medicines such as statins are potent at reducing LDL and some can raise hdl. Exercise both lowers LDL and raises hdl. If you smoke, stopping smoking also can lower LDL and raise hdl.

Question 2

my hdl is very low. 19. does this mean i cant raise it? will i die from it

Accepted Answer

You're okay: This stuff is mostly genetic and by no means is this a death sentence. The lethal cholesterol problems are the very-high LDL stuff and even they can be managed. Here's what you can do -- you're still a young woman, join a fitness group, increase your level of aerobic exercise by finding something you actually like to do, eat sensibly (choices aren't the key) and expect a normal lifespan.

Question 3

what can i don to increase my hdl # ?  my  current number is 29 what is normal range

hdl?

Accepted Answer

Lipids: HDL is as important as LDL and can be increased by exercise. I would like to see yours over 45. Good Luck

Question 4

can you tell me how i can reduce ldl & increase hdl of cholesterol ?

Accepted Answer

D, E, S: Diet, exercise, statin. Many other medicines have been recommended but none has  been shown to be effective.

Question 5

i am facing with the problem of increased triglycerides to the level of 228 mg/dl and decreased level of hdl to the level of 31 mg/dl. please suggest.?

Accepted Answer

Lipids: High triglycerides are related not only to the fat in your diet but also the simple sugars, so need to reduce both of these.  Hdl is more difficult to increase, it is not due to diet, but can be improved with aerobic exercise.  In women a low HDL is a significant risk factor for cardiac disease, so try to improve that.

Question 6

how can someone raise hdl?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: One can exercise, take fish oil and omega-3 supplements.  One can drink alcohol in moderation.  Supplemental Niacin helps along with medications.

Question 7

medicines to increase hdl?

Accepted Answer

Niacin Fibrates: At the moment we have only Niacin and fibrates

Question 8

how can one increase hdl level?

Accepted Answer

Exercise, good diet.: This "good" cholesterol is increased by activity like exercise, and an active lifestyle.  A balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables can also help by increasing fiber in the diet.  Mild to moderate alcohol intake raises levels as well.

Question 9

how does oestrogen increase hdl levels?

Accepted Answer

Apo A1: The major protein on the HDL lipoprotein particle is apo a1.  Estrogen increases the production of this protein, and that causes more HDL particles to be made.  The higher HDL in women (pre menopause) is the major reason women have less coronary disease than men.

Question 10

my try glyceride is 300 how to reduce it n raise hdl?

Accepted Answer

See below.: Best answer is diet, exercise and wt loss, second best answer is to consider a medication. Atorvastatin and Niacin might be considered.

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