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Suggest Remedy For Elevated Cholesterol Level

I had a cholesterol test done and the results are concerning. Ttl cholesterol was 229, triglycerides 224, hdl 48, LDL 132. The dr wants to put me on meeds before talking diet and I did not fast before the test which seemed odd. Concerned? Should I opt for meeds first?
Wed, 31 Dec 2014
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have hightriglycerides and LDL cholesterol. It is independent risk factor for coronary heart disease. You should take low fat diet with high amount of polyunsaturated fatty acids and high fiber diet. Then repeat your cholesterol levels after 1 month. Then if needed you can take drug like atorvastatin or pravastatin to control your cholesterol level. But it is prescription based medicine so consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.
Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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Suggest Remedy For Elevated Cholesterol Level

Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have hightriglycerides and LDL cholesterol. It is independent risk factor for coronary heart disease. You should take low fat diet with high amount of polyunsaturated fatty acids and high fiber diet. Then repeat your cholesterol levels after 1 month. Then if needed you can take drug like atorvastatin or pravastatin to control your cholesterol level. But it is prescription based medicine so consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.