Maximus_2007 asked:


I got my results from the doctor and she says that my HDL is to low and that my LDL is a little high. I’m 25 years old; does anyone have any suggestions on foods to eat, to raise and lower the respective types?

Here are my levels

HDL 38
LDL 132

CHOL 192

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ahmedmutar asked:


My cholesterol test results are:
Jun-06Jun-07Jun-08
Triglycerrides 149 145 88
Cholesterol 302 323 184
HDL-cholesterol 33 41 32
LDL-cholesterol mg/dl 247 253 134
I started medication since April 2006 with conservative diet (limited saturated fat) and continues exercises (like fitness and strength workout). If I stop taking medication, total cholesterol and LDL will go high like in Jun 2007 above. Now I’m taking medicine lopid (Gemfibrozil) 300 mg/day and omega 3 but my HDL still low.

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Augustus_Hand asked:


I’ve successfully lowered my cholesterol to 160, but my HDL is down to 30 in the process. Should I take niacin?

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scary shari asked:


I’ve heard that several types of nuts — including almonds, walnuts, pistachios and I think one or two others — contain compounds that help reduce LDL (“bad cholesterol”) and/or help raise HDL (“good cholesterol”). In some cases the compounds are monounsaturated and/or polyunsaturated fats, but I believe I’ve read of other healthful compounds as well.

What I’d like to know is which nuts are the best at lowering LDLs and/or raising HDLs? If anyone also knows of an actual list that ranks the nuts in ORDER, from the most beneficial to the least beneficial, I’d love if you could share that with me too!! Due to a genetic propensity for elevated cholesterol, I want to eat the nuts that will help me the most.

Also, how much of these health benefits are reduced if the nuts are baked or toasted? The reason I ask is because I’m allergic to walnuts, but they only irritate my mouth when RAW. If they’re toasted, candied, etc., then they’re fine.

Thanks again!
P.S. I forgot to mention that I don’t care if nuts are high in calories, because for me, that’s helpful. I’m actually trying to GAIN weight! I’m 5’7″ and 120 lbs, so I’m definitely on the lean side, plus it’s been hinted to me that my lanky body is not “attractive”. However, w/ my fast metabolism it’s really hard to gain any weight.

So, my “dream food” would be one that could help me gain a few pounds, but at the same time be low in fat & cholesterol, and help reduce my cholesterol numbers as well! I guess I should probably keep on dreaming, eh?

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zach32 asked:


My overall cholesterol is good (low), but my HDL level is too low. Does anyone have any recommendations on how to raise this value?

Thank you!

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Tom Elgin asked:


My doctor said each one is off by a couple points in the wrong directions.
Thanks for any input.

Tom

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Betty asked:


I have a copy of my lab results regarding my Lipid Profile:
My HDL, the good cholesterol, was only 43 out of a normal range is 30-90 mg/dL. What dietary changes can I make to INCREASE the HDL? I have included 1 tsp of uncooked olive oil on my dinner each day.

Side note:
The LDL, the small, bad, sticky cholesterol molecules, were 128 out of a normal range of 75-100 mg/dL… Too high i know… I have an effective low cholesterol low sodium diet that I am on now..

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Lurker AJ asked:


My “Bad” cholesterol (LDL) is always under 100. But my “good” cholesterol (HDL) was 31 in last month’s bloodwork.

My primary care Doc recommends a beer with supper, but I was a problem drinker for more than 20 years and don’t want to risk that starting up again.

Is there any other way to raise HDL levels?

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