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Could High HDL And Low Triglycerides Be A Matter Of Concern?
I just received results from a recent fasting blood test. Hdl was 92; tri was 43; Ldl was 102. The nurse who gave me the information said I really needed to watch my diet. This seems fairly optimal to me, and I said-- but the trigliceride (sp?) is low, and the hdl is very high, isn't it? She said the hdl was in the "normal" range-- not high. I think she's mistaken. Any advice? This all looks really good to me. I'm 58, female.
Thu, 15 Jun 2017
Hello,
Brief answer: High HDL is a good result and lower levels of triglycerides prevent cardiovascular diseases.
Explanation: My opinion is that lipid profile is the mainstay diagnosis of hyperlipidemia types, risk factor. High low density lipoproteins (LDL), very low density lipoproteins (VLDL), and triglycerides are a risk of cardiovascular disease. We call HDL the good lipid which acts as a barrier to prevent process of atherosclerosis. So the higher the level, the more benefit you get. I suggest my patients the following: healthy diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid fast foods rich in unsaturated fatty acids.
The information provided by you is not sufficient to provide a good opinion. If someone comes to me with this condition I would ask them about other risk factors like diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. Also exercise state.
Conclusion: I suggest you continue on healthy diet mentioned above and modify your other risk factors, if any.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahmmad Gamal
Brief answer: High HDL is a good result and lower levels of triglycerides prevent cardiovascular diseases.
Explanation: My opinion is that lipid profile is the mainstay diagnosis of hyperlipidemia types, risk factor. High low density lipoproteins (LDL), very low density lipoproteins (VLDL), and triglycerides are a risk of cardiovascular disease. We call HDL the good lipid which acts as a barrier to prevent process of atherosclerosis. So the higher the level, the more benefit you get. I suggest my patients the following: healthy diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid fast foods rich in unsaturated fatty acids.
The information provided by you is not sufficient to provide a good opinion. If someone comes to me with this condition I would ask them about other risk factors like diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. Also exercise state.
Conclusion: I suggest you continue on healthy diet mentioned above and modify your other risk factors, if any.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahmmad Gamal
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