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My cholesterol is 217, ldl 134 and triglycerides 180, a1c is 6.3 (random). i eat a plant-based diet, no dairy, and only eat fish and eggs as animal protein. granted, i don't exercise much other than walking. i was shocked to see these numbers. what is goi
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Pre-diabetes: Much more concerning is your A1c level which indicates that you are prediabetic. You have better than 50% chance of preventing diabetes by losing 10% body weight and exercising at least 150 minutes/day. See this site for information on A1c and consult your doctor. http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/a1c-test/basics/results/PRC-20012585
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