Question 1

how quickly can your hdl cholesterol levels change?

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Depends: The rate of change in HDL levels can depend upon the specific intervention. For example, discontinuation of smoking and begining an exercise program can take awhile to notice changes. Drugs may act more quickly. If changes are going to occur, they are usually noticeable within 12-16 weeks after initiating therapy.

Question 2

how can you make your hdl cholesterol levels go up?

Accepted Answer

Diet & exercise: Moderate exercise (about 30 minutes five times a week) reduces LDL cholesterol and raises HDL cholesterol. Smoking can lower HDL levels, so stop smoking if you do. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean sources of protein. Include monounsaturated fats in your diet- olive oil/canola oil. Moderate consumption of alcohol may also positively impact HDL levels. 1 glass of wine a day.

Question 3

how do you make your hdl cholesterol levels go up without medications?

Accepted Answer

Exercise and Omega3: Hdl (high-density lipoprotein) can be increased the most by exercise, plus foods rich in omega3 fish oil, such as cold water fish like wild salmon, mackerel, sardines, etc.  Certain plants (like flax seed) also contain omega3, but not at the healthy quantity as fish.

Question 4

what are good levels of hdl cholesterol?

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Varies: For men, we recommend a level > 40 mg/dl, for women, it's > 50 mg/dl.

Question 5

how do i increase  hdl cholesterol levels?

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HDL: Increases with exercise and with lowering triglycerides.

Question 6

how can one increase hdl cholesterol levels?

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Exercise: While HDL levels are determined by heredity, one can increase HDL by engaging in consistent, vigorous, exercise on a regular basis. Some medications help in raising HDL but do not have positive effects on health through drugs. Alcohol also increases HDL but is not recommended. See this site for more information.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tutorials/managingcholesterol/htm/index.htm.

Question 7

how do i increase my hdl cholesterol levels to protect myself?

Accepted Answer

Exercise and Omega3: Hdl (high-density lipoprotein) can be increased the most by exercise, plus foods rich in omega3 fish oil, such as cold water fish like wild salmon, mackerel, sardines, etc.  Certain plants (like flax seed) also contain omega3, but not at the healthy quantity as fish.

Question 8

can you have too high hdl cholesterol levels and get some illness?

Accepted Answer

No: Hdl (high-density lipoprotein) is actually not a cholesterol product at all, but a protein that carries cholesterol away from blood vessels.  There are no studies indicating too high of a level.

Question 9

my non hdl cholesterol was above healthy levels. but my hdl particles were very healthy. what does this mean? besides that i need to eat better and exercise more?

Accepted Answer

: Eliminate trans fatty acids &amp; lower saturated fats in your diet. Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as walnuts &amp; salmon. Increase soluble fiber in your diet which is found in apples &amp; oatmeal.  Only drink alcohol in moderation, don't smoke, &amp; maintain a good weight. And get moderate exercise for about 30 minutes 5 days a week. And follow up cholesterol level checks. I wish you well!

Question 10

is there any evidence that depression or anxiety affect hdl cholesterol levels?

Accepted Answer

Mixed findings: Many studies have yielded conflicting results, for a variety of reasons.  But a larger study from the netherlands in 2010 suggested that melancholic depression was associated with lower hdl. Also, atypical depression was associated with higher total and LDL cholesterol -- hinting that in at least some depressions, lifestyle may be a factor. 
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20021996.

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