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The answers to some cholesterol questions
HDL cholesterol is known as “good” cholesterol because it helps remove excess cholesterol from the body. LDL cholesterol is known as “bad” cholesterol because it can build up in the walls of the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is believed to have a protective effect against heart disease because…
Eat foods low in saturated fat some suggestions are fat free or 1% dairy products, lean meats, fish and shellfish, skinless poultry, whole grain foods, fruits, and vegetables. Look for soft margarines that are low in saturated fat and contain little or no trans fat. Eat foods high in soluble fiber, such as oats,oranges, pears,…
When should I start checking my cholesterol level? Men aged 35 and older and women aged 45 and older should have their cholesterol checked periodically. Depending on what your cholesterol level is and what other risk factors for heart disease you have you may need to have it checked more often. Risk factors for heart…
What is Arteriosclerosis Arteriosclerosis is a term used to describe a thickening, hardening or loss of elasticity in arterial walls. Atherosclerosis is the most common form of arteriosclerosis and involves progressive degeneration of the inner lining of the arteries – especially where arteries bifurcate – and the build up of a fatty plaque that covers…
How can I keep my cholesterol level down Substitute unsaturated fats for saturated fats. Polyunsaturated fats (such as safflower and corn oil) andmonounsaturated fats (such as olive oil) help to lower blood cholesterollevels. But this doesn’t mean you should add any of these fats to your diet– you should still keep your total fat intake…
How often should i check my cholesterol? Everyone over 20 years of age, regardless to previous high cholesterol history, should have a blood cholesterol test at least every 5 years. It is recommended that the test be a fasting lipoprotein profile, this test measures not only your total blood cholesterol level, but also the amount…