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Can i eat 3-5 eggs/week with high ldl (160+) and extremely high lipoprotein (a) at 160 mg/dl? hdl and triglycerides are normal. im very underweight and wanted to add muscles. are eggs good in my case?

Q: can i eat 3-5 eggs/week with high ldl (160+) and extremely high lipoprotein (a) at 160 mg/dl? hdl and triglycerides are normal. im very underweight and wanted to add muscles. are eggs good in my case?

: It is best to consult a nutritionist for the proper diet plan to gain weight and reduce your LDL. Joining a gym and using a personal trainer will help build up muscles and lower LDL.

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It is best to consult a nutritionist for the proper diet plan to gain weight and reduce your LDL. Joining a gym and using a personal trainer will help build up muscles and lower LDL.

Answered 9/7/2023

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A member asked:

Can i eat 3-5 eggs/week with high ldl (160+) and extremely high lipoprotein (a) at 160 mg/dl? hdl and triglycerides are normal. im very underweight and wanted to add muscles. are eggs good in my case?

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