Since you are physically active (cricketer) and relatively young, this is usually lifestyle-related and reversible in many cases.
Why
LDL increases:
• High intake of saturated fats (fried food, butter, ghee, red meat)
• Weight gain / abdominal fat
• Genetics (family tendency)
• Low fiber intake
• Stress, poor sleep
• Alcohol excess
•
Thyroid problems (sometimes)
What you should do
✔ Increase soluble fiber: oats, barley, fruits, vegetables, flaxseed, psyllium
✔ Healthy fats: almonds, walnuts, olive oil, fish
✔ Avoid: fried food, bakery items, processed snacks, excess ghee/butter
✔ Stop smoking if applicable
✔ Limit alcohol
Natural LDL-lowering foods:
• Oats / oat bran
• Garlic
• Green tea
• Nuts
• Soy protein
• Isabgol (psyllium husk)
Repeat
lipid profile after 8–12 weeks.
With proper lifestyle, LDL can drop 20–30% naturally.
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