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High Cholestrol levels
Hello Doctor, My total cholestrol is 187mg/dL. HDL cholestrol is 34mg/ dL and LDL cholestrol is 125.4 mg/dL. Are my cholestrol levels high and can I take Abana tablets or any other medicines to lower it? What lifestyle modifications can I do?
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Hello,
- Total Cholesterol: 187 mg/dL (Desirable: <200 mg/dL) – Normal
- HDL (Good Cholesterol): 34 mg/dL (Low; Ideal: >40 mg/dL for men)
- LDL (Bad Cholesterol): 125.4 mg/dL(Near optimal: 100-129 mg/dL)
Key Observations:
1. You HDL is low, which increases cardiovascular risk despite normal LDL and total cholesterol.
2. **No immediate need for medication** (like Abana) unless you have diabetes, hypertension, or a history of heart disease.
Lifestyle Modifications to Improve HDL & Lower LDL:
1. Dietary Changes:
- Increase omega-3 fats(flaxseeds, walnuts, fatty fish).
- Use olive oil/ghee instead of refined oils.
- Avoid trans fats (packaged snacks, fried foods).
- Add soluble fiber(oats, apples, legumes).
2. Exercise:
- Brisk walking 45 mins/day, 5 days/week can raise HDL by 5-10%.
- Include strength training twice weekly.
3. Other Measures:
- Quit smoking/alcohol (lowers HDL).
- Lose weight if BMI >25 (even 5-10% loss helps).
When to Consider Medication?
If lifestyle changes don’t improve HDL/LDL in 8-12 weeks, or if you have additional risk factors, we may discuss statins.
Next Steps:
For a personalized plan*(diet/exercise guidance or tests to rule out underlying causes like hypothyroidism), schedule a consultation. Reach me on WhatsApp at **eight zero zero nine eight two one three three two**.
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Brisk walk
Change life style n diet plan drastically first for two months.
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Brisk walk 30 minutes per day.
Diabetic diet.
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HDL cholesterol levels are low, which is the good cholesterol, whereas levels of LDL are high. This increases risk of heart diseases.
Avoid fried foods, sugar, alcohol and tobacco. Take more of fresh green vegetables, fruits nuts whole grains
Exercise regularly. Repeat lipid profile after a month of adopting these measures. If still high ,low dose statin can be added.
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Your total cholesterol of 187 mg/dL is within the normal range. However, there are two key points to address:
HDL (good cholesterol) is low at 34 mg/dL (ideal is above 40 in males, 50 in females)
LDL (bad cholesterol) at 125.4 mg/dL is borderline high (optimal is
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A cholesterol-lowering diet typically includes a variety of foods such as soluble fiber-rich oats, barley, and fruits, lean protein sources like poultry and fish, healthy fats like avocado and olive oil, and a range of colorful vegetables, while limiting or avoiding saturated and trans fats found in processed and fried foods, sugary drinks, and high-cholesterol foods like egg yolks and organ meats.
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
-Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life . .
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Koushik
MBBS
4 yrs exp
Karimnagar
Kindly consult.
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Please consult for further management
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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