Question 1

can cholesterol lowering medications be used to elevate hdl levels. the research doesn't seem to support that choice? total and ldl are w/in range

Accepted Answer

HDL: Hdl is not often helped with cholesterol drugs. There is some disagreement about this with crestor (rosuvastatin).  But, HDL is very much affected by lifestyle.  Moderate cardiovascular exercise of at least twenty minutes per day combined with a high protein and low carb diet can significantly elevate the hdl.

Question 2

triglycerides level 196 and ldl level 101
how lower them keep within range ? 
avoid all added sugars and carbs ?

Accepted Answer

: You need to exercise, lose weight and reduce intake of saturated fats and carbohydrates. The importance of regular exercise and healthy weight can not be overemphasized.
For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. 
Wish you good health!

Question 3

is an ldl level of 88 bad?

Accepted Answer

LDL : A level of 88 is good for most people. For those with atherosclerotic disease we aim for 80 or below.

Question 4

how do i lower my ldl levels?

Accepted Answer

Exercise, weight : Loss & good diet for starters.

Question 5

is an ldl level of 2.74mmol/l ok?

Accepted Answer

Depends on totals: Ldl of 2.74 (about 100 mg/dl) is ok, but without knowing what the total cholesterol is and the HDL values to give you a ratio does not give you a meaningful result. Therefore, you need to know total, and then the ratio of LDL to HDL to get a whole picture.

Question 6

can you tell me, what are good ldl levels?

Accepted Answer

LDL level: Ldl target levels:
less than 70 for people at  high risk for heart disease
less than 100 for people at risk for heart disease
100-129 - near ideal.

Question 7

my ldl is 216 how can i control my ldl level?

Accepted Answer

Diet and medication: You have not reported your risk factors for cad. Diet along with medication is probably needed to bring your LDL at target.

Question 8

what is the perfect level of ldl in the body?

Accepted Answer

Interesting Q: Hi. Interesting question...no one, true correct answer. Let's assume your VLDL is at least NOT elevated &amp; you have normal HDL. I would say a perfect LDL that would keep you out of heart attack risk would be 45-50. I'd base that on native peoples' values not eating the unhealthy average American diet, and people missing one copy of the Apo B gene. I'll probably take a lot of heat for that statement

Question 9

what kind of diet is best for high tg and ldl levels?

Accepted Answer

Complex: A diet high in complex carbs (high fiber), proteins from beans and nuts, with fats mostly derived from mono and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Decrease saturated fats and trans-fats and all processed sugar and flour if possible.

Question 10

is there any downside to having a ldl level as low as 37m/l?

Accepted Answer

Low energy: If you lower your LDL level below 50, it means your total cholesterol is also very low. You may have dramatically lowered your heart attack and stroke risk , but too low cholesterol can lead to decreased production if your sex hormones, such as testosterone, estrogen and progesterone. Testosterone is responsible for strength and well-being in men (and women).

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Can cholesterol lowering medications be used to elevate hdl levels. the research doesn't seem to support that choice? total and ldl are w/in range

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Triglycerides level 196 and ldl level 101 how lower them keep within range ? avoid all added sugars and carbs ?

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Is an ldl level of 88 bad?

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How do i lower my ldl levels?

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Is an ldl level of 2.74mmol/l ok?

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Can you tell me, what are good ldl levels?

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My ldl is 216 how can i control my ldl level?

A member asked:

What is the perfect level of ldl in the body?

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What kind of diet is best for high tg and ldl levels?

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Is there any downside to having a ldl level as low as 37m/l?

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