High cholesterol

[TLCTLC88]

Er what favourite food u mean haha. Already eating very healthy. Rice mixed with red rice. Not much deep fried oily spicy, fatty meat red meat, only bread n ice cream sometimes. Mostly soup or steamed meal.

Maybe u are like me, body cannot produce good chlorestrol despite eating clean / healthy, exercise

 

[qhong61]

Er what favourite food u mean haha. Already eating very healthy. Rice mixed with red rice. Not much deep fried oily spicy, fatty meat red meat, only bread n ice cream sometimes. Mostly soup or steamed meal.

Not enough.
That's why need statin.

 

[rarenick]

For those who are unable to reduce LDL on food, then you should look into other aspects like having enough deep sleep and controlling cortisol level. For the latter, don't over exercise, keep it within 40 mins per session. Can also take some supplements for reducing stress if you have a hectic and stressful environment.

 

[itchying]

For those who are unable to reduce LDL on food, then you should look into other aspects like having enough deep sleep and controlling cortisol level. For the latter, don't over exercise, keep it within 40 mins per session. Can also take some supplements for reducing stress if you have a hectic and stressful environment.

Thanks for the advice. Could be sleep problem and lack of exercise.

 

[testerjp]

For testing blood to check the cholesterol level, must i do fasting?

 

[rarenick]

For testing blood to check the cholesterol level, must i do fasting?

Nowadays polyclinic says no need, but I still fast. Got the vibe that it's more accurate.

 

[rarenick]

Thanks for the advice. Could be sleep problem and lack of exercise.

For some people, sleep problem is one of the hardest to control. However there are always ways to improve it; just how desperate and disciplined you want it. The problem might go deeper if it's not a clinical problem. All I can say is start with simple methods first. Chatgpt can give you some suggestions.

As for lack of exercise, u will need some motivation. Once you learnt more about the importance of muscles mass in relation to blood sugar, insulin and LDL and many other health benefits, you will probably want to do more exercises, the correct types and the correct methods. You can't form a habit or a routine to exercise if you didn't plan for it or haven't get started at all. Small milestones to achieve will help to keep you going. Sports hobbies like cycling or playing ball games can get you started, if running and going to gym is not your cup of tea.

As for food, yes should avoid certain unhealthy foods if you can. But if you cannot, then at least eat in the correct sequence. Don't start with carbo food at the start of each meal. At least have a bite of the meat and or veggies first then eat the carbs. This will help to reduce sugar spikes right after your meal. Fruits or desserts should go last. Take a stroll after a heavy meal can also reduce sugar spike. I also drink some evoo if I eat too much fatty meat.

 

[DriftKing]

If really want to try out statin, is Polyclinic the cheapest choice? I have corporate coverage for GP and stuff but I dont think these medication can be claimed?

Similar results this time round,

Only LDL is very high (235 mg/dL), but HDL and Trig is optimal.

Glucose also optimal.

 

[Ironside]

One day the doctor suddenly decided to test my blood cholesterol. I wasn't fasted when the blood sample was drawn. Two days later when I checked the test results, my LDL level was within the optimum range.

 

[terada86]

omega 3 - 2 softgel, hibicus tea 850ml daily, and 2 tablespoon of ACV every night help to bring my all 3 typical illness low.

no need medication at all

 

[wees]

If really want to try out statin, is Polyclinic the cheapest choice? I have corporate coverage for GP and stuff but I dont think these medication can be claimed?

Similar results this time round,

Only LDL is very high (235 mg/dL), but HDL and Trig is optimal.

Glucose also optimal.

Statins should be covered under corporate insurance.

Did you eventually start taking statins?

 

[wees]

thanks for the link sharing. the diet which I have taken is more aligned to what is recommended but somehow my LDL is still high

my LDL is on a high value for a number of years already. what kind of health check should I take? I have recently taken a CT calcium screening and the test result is zero. is this a proper check for health disease?

I have already have doing both strength and cardio training about thrice per week, not exceeding 30min per session. Is it helpful?

There is the Carotid Intima-Media Thickness (CIMT) test. It uses ultrasound to measure the thickness of the walls of the carotid arteries. The carotid arteries are in the neck.

 

[Coless]

After 1 year, i did a re-test of my cholesterol level. Basically doing/eating the same thing..my readings as below


TC - 187 mg/dL
HDL - 67 mg/dL
LDL - 111 mg/dL
Cho/HDL Ratio - 2.8
Trig - 50 mg/dL

i do eat 1g fish oil daily.

just got my lipid report for this year.

TC - 173mg/dl
HDL - 71 mg/dl
LDL - 88 mg/dl
Cho/HDL Ratio - 2.4
Trig - 74mg/dl


same diet doing same thing. i also on and off eat rolled oats for breakfast. not sure if the drop in LDL and the slight increase in triglycerides is due to the oats.

 

[AcquiT]

TBH the results doesnt matter

If want better results to know more i side of your body,
Go for Apob, CTA with CT Calcium

Low cholesterol reading doesnt mean anything
But these tests can unlock and tell you more