Question 1

what are lipids? what do they do in the body?

Accepted Answer

Fats: Lipids are fats, and they do lots of things in the body: they serve as energy storage, make up the lining of our cells, and serve as signaling molecules in the body.

Question 2

if lipid profile is ideal, then also can body fat percentage be high?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Cholesterol & fat in blood has only minimal
relationship to how fat a person is.
You can weight 300 lbs and have normal 
cholesterol, and fats in your blood, 
to be healthy the first step is always to lose weight, men: waist less than 40 inch, women
waist less than 35 inches. When you lose weight you lipids/cholesterol will improve, but not always to normal, then see a doctor, .

Question 3

where are lipids digested in the body?

Accepted Answer

Small intestine: Lipids are digested in the small intestine and absorbed with the assistance of bile which acts as an emulsifier, pancreas secretes lipase to breakdown some lipids and the small intestinal lining have enzymes at the "brush border" and certain shorter length fats can be absorbed directly in the intestines.  Fats are then repackaged in the liver after digestion.

Question 4

what are the functions of fiber and lipids in the body?

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Lots: Fiber is dietary, not digested and can act as laxative and contribute to a healthier digestive system. Lipids have many functions including structure, metabolism, energy, ...

Question 5

what does your body do with lipids (fats) when there is no insulin available to store them?

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Nothing Judy: Insulin is the hormone secreted by the pancreas and controls the entrance of glucose into cells where it is used as fuel for the normal functions of the cell. Insulin resistance (i.e. The cell fails to respond to insulin) does affect fat metabolism but it is complex.

Question 6

a1c greater than 5.5 for 1 1/2 yrs, most recent 6.1 with glucose 100+, most recent 117. i am obese.tr levels >150 for 6mos no other elev lipids.

Accepted Answer

Prediabetic: You are heading towards diabetes and if your blood pressure is elevated, you may have metabolic syndrome. Bad things are probably happening internally but the good news is they are reversible if you exercise, eat properly and lose weight. Don't let yourself become diabetic because that will cause even greater problems. Diabetes is preventable but you have to start now.

Question 7

36 m with ekg, echo stress, lipids no fam his no smoke. every body pain i think i have a heart problem. citalopram makes it better. what else to do?

Accepted Answer

Need: Also counseling on how to deal with unrealistic fear or anxiety. Do not allow your thoughts to concentrate on the possibility of a heart attack rather on the facts that it is rear for your age and with normal tests,and your efforts to live a healthy life style and avoiding other modifiable risk factors. Once you have done all you can then tell yourself that it is needless to worry.

Question 8

too many lipids, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Watch what you eat: The only way to reduce cholesterol is watching what you eat and exercise. If you have genetic disorder then you need an expert evaluation and treatment.

Question 9

what is a fasting lipids test?

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol test: This is a test to look at (typically) total cholesterol, ldl, HDL & triglyceride levels.  Fasting means no food for typically 9 to 12 hours prior.  Water is ok.

Question 10

lipid levels high. what to do ?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your: doctor about the next steps.  There are various types and levels of severity of lipid disorders.  You may need dietary/lifestyle modifications, medications, or both.  Or you can re-submit with more specific info.

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