How can i improve the good cholesterol? it is always low and i know it is not good for the veins. they might dry. i dont have bad cholest nor tryglicirides. i am eating some olive oil but nothing cha
HDL-C Raising Strategies:
-aerobic exercise ( The greater durations of cardiovascular exercise elicit impressive improvement of HDL-C levels).
-Diet: diet low in saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol and sodium, and rich in fruits, vegetables, whole-grain and high-fiber foods, and fat-free and low-fat dairy. ‘Oily’ fish (such as salmon, trout, sardines, mackerel or haddock) are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and are encouraged to be eaten twice a week. Other food sources of omega-3 fatty acids include flaxseed oil, green leafy vegetables and walnuts.
-Moderate Alcohol Intake.
-Smoking Cessation.
The Good Cholesterol (or HDL), can be increased by undertaking a certain diet that would involve Omega-3, niacin (vitamin B3), egg white, decreased intake of simple carbohydrates (Glucose), cessation of smoking, exercise...
in addition to the points the drs mentioned , there are other factor contribute with low HDL-C
-Obesity. HDL-C may also decline with obesity, while decreases in body mass index have been associated with increases in HDL-C
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