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Can One Reduce Their Cholesterol Levels Through Diet And Exercise?

I am a 28 year old female with a history of high cholesterol in my extended family. My total cholesterol is 267, LDL cholesterol is 163 and my triglycerides are 208. I am probably 15-20 pounds over what I should weigh. I eat lots of breads and cheese and exercise occasionally, maybe 2-3 times per week. Should I take a cholesterol reducing medication or I can I reduce my cholesterol with diet and exercise?
Fri, 23 Feb 2018
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Hello,

I would like to explain that total cholesterol or total LDL values are not true indicators of your cardiovascular risk. In this regard, Total cholesterol/HDL ratio and LDL/HDL ratio are better indicators of your cardiovascular risk.

Based on the calculations, you have a low cardiovascular risk (Total cholesterol/HDL ratio less than 4.5, LDL/HDL ratio less than 3). So, there is no need for any therapy. I would just encourage you to follow your healthy lifestyle.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka
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Can One Reduce Their Cholesterol Levels Through Diet And Exercise?

Hello, I would like to explain that total cholesterol or total LDL values are not true indicators of your cardiovascular risk. In this regard, Total cholesterol/HDL ratio and LDL/HDL ratio are better indicators of your cardiovascular risk. Based on the calculations, you have a low cardiovascular risk (Total cholesterol/HDL ratio less than 4.5, LDL/HDL ratio less than 3). So, there is no need for any therapy. I would just encourage you to follow your healthy lifestyle. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka