Having Cholesterol. Changed Diet. Suggest The Cure?
Question: if my cholesterol was 5 to 1 one month ago and I did a total change of diet; nuts, oats, fruits, veggies, beans and milk. how long before my cholesterol level would reverse?
Brief Answer:
it normally takes 2 to 3 months
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
Lifestyle changes such as a change in diet and increase in activity levels can result in changes by 2 to 3 months .
Intensive changes can potentially change the cholesterol levels by 20 to 40 % from the original values.
In addition to the dietary changes, it is normally advised to exercise at least 150 minutes a week. This should be at least 5 times a week.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any additional questions
it normally takes 2 to 3 months
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
Lifestyle changes such as a change in diet and increase in activity levels can result in changes by 2 to 3 months .
Intensive changes can potentially change the cholesterol levels by 20 to 40 % from the original values.
In addition to the dietary changes, it is normally advised to exercise at least 150 minutes a week. This should be at least 5 times a week.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any additional questions
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar