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High lipid profile
I have undergone a blood test recently and found i am having high cholesterol. I am an eggetarian and looking to consult a heart specialist to understand the medications required and the duration of those medicines. I understand that I have to undergo a major diet change and incorporate exercise into my routine.
Please let me know all the steps i shall take to bring down the cholesterol levels to normal.
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Although some of the numbers are out of range, but things are not all that bad
Follow a strict diet. Low carb low fat
Regular exercise
Cut down on smoking/alcohol
Daily 45 minutes exercise
Next Steps
Repeat lipid profile after 12 weeks and see does lifestyle changes make any difference L. If no start a low dose statin
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