How do you lower your cholesterol level?

Question

Was trying to get life insurance but was told my cholesterol was a little high and my application was put on hold. How do you dramatically lower your cholesterol.....and no stupid eat some Cheerios advice. LOL.

Answer 1

actually u answered your question! yes cheerios are good 'cos they have oats in it. Eating oatmeal daily really lowers your cholesterol try avoiding fried foods, and foods that have lard, vegetable oil in them. and yes try eating leaner meat and red meat is a no, no. Add whole grain foods to your meals.
Exercising helps immensely.
Get your doc to test you for cholesterol and find out if he can prescibe you some meds that bring down the cholesterol count. and also by the way Cholesterol is inherited too! So it might not be just the foods you eat! So exercise, exercise, exercise

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I saw a show on T.V, the other week, and they did an experiment, to lower choleserol. This isn't a joke, either. They tested a weight lifter, who ate 18 eggs, a day, and his choleterol was as low as. They gave a guy with high cholesterol 4 eggs a day, for 2 weeks, and his levels dropped by 30%. Apparently, the cholesterol, in eggs, is the good kind, and will lower your levels.

Answer 4

Unhealthy cholesterol levels can boost your risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other problems. According to experts, there are four basic ways to get your cholesterol where you want it: Eating a healthy diet. Exercising Losing weight Taking medicine -- in some cases While each of these works, some people have more success with one than another. Many need a combination of approaches. No matter what your age or the state of your health, you can reduce your risks of serious problems by controlling your cholesterol -- and it's not as hard as you think. 1. Lower Cholesterol by Eating Right You've probably heard it before, but foods that are high in saturated fat and -- to a lesser extent -- high in cholesterol, boost your cholesterol levels. These include foods like egg yolks, fatty meats, and full-fat dairy products. You also cut down on trans fatty acids as well, which are more often found in processed and fried foods. But eating a heart healthy diet isn't just about deprivation. In fact, some foods -- eaten in moderation -- can actually improve your cholesterol levels. They include: Fatty fish, like tuna and salmon Nuts, especially walnuts and almonds Oatmeal and oat bran Foods fortified with stanols, like some margarines and orange juices 2. Improving Cholesterol With Exercise Exercise is another way to improve your cholesterol levels. Increased physical activity can have a modest effect on cholesterol, lowering bad LDL cholesterol to a lesser extent, while boosting your good HDL cholesterol. The type of exercise is up to you. Walking is the simplest and easiest. Buy a pedometer to measure your progress and start moving. 3. Lose Weight: Lower Cholesterol Being overweight tends to lead to unhealthy cholesterol levels. Losing weight can lower your bad LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. It also can raise your good HDL cholesterol. Of course, weight loss is usually a product of a good diet and exercise. So what if you've already improved your diet and started exercising but still need to lose weight? Then you need to make some further adjustments -- gradually. Once you've reduced your intake of saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol, you can focus on cutting out some calories. In the same way, once you've gotten into an exercise routine, you can step up the intensity to lose some pounds. 4. Controlling Cholesterol With Medication So what happens if diet, exercise and weight loss aren't enough to bring your cholesterol under control? Your doctor might recommend medicine. Do not self-treat yourself, and do not rely on a pill: cholesterol-lowering drugs have many adverse effect, and you may end curing one illness while getting another. Taking medicines is a drastic measure, and you can start doing it only after consulting your doctor.

Answer 5

You can change your diet and if you are overweight and lose weight it might help you a lot. Some people though have high cholesterol and they are thin and eat sensibly. They, unfortunately, have a genetic factor that predisposes them to this condition. They need medication and still may be an uphill battle. So its better to talk to your doctor and see what your situation is. I lowered my cholesterol with exercise, the help of a nutritionist and I took Xenical for 3 months which helped me lose weight. I hope it helps you too.

Answer 6

Try to eat on time, but not greasy and sweet stuff. Try drinking coconut juice (if you can find it) every morning. This has a dramatic effect on cholesterol level. Also, you can try having minced garlic (fresh) with your juice or any drink every morning. This is also effective in lowering your cholesterol levels and is known as a natural antibiotics.

Eat more fruits and vegetables and try to lessen your red meat intake (pork, chicken skins, etc). Choose alternatives like fish, lean beef and chicken breasts.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

Sorry, but diet is a big part of it. Whole grains really do help -- oatmeal instead of cheerios. maybe? Also, cut out red meat (beef and pork), egg yolks and shellfish. Gotta exercise, too. Try walking 1/2 hour a day. Good luck!

Answer 9

How exercise can help High Cholesterol levels?
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Answer 10

change your insurance broker for a start cos cholesterol thats a 'little high' is not something that should disbar you from insurance.....lowering cholesterol is useful anyway though.. and (sorry) diet does make a difference....pomegranete juice is brilliant....don't ask me why...so is eating porridge.....