Cholesterol Cholestrol Knowledge Base
Dietary Cholestrol Blood Cholesterol Relation? Ok im very confused. some legitimate health sources say keep cholesterol under 300mg per day, other sources say dietary cholestrol doesnt affect blood cholesterol. who should we trust?... dont forget to post your sources.
How do you relate blood pressure and cholesterol? My mom says i have blood pressure because of cholesterol.There is another woman she says i have blood pressure but i don't have cholesterol. Is it possible having blood pressure withour cholestrol???
What happens to blood cholesterol and dietary cholesterol inside your body? I know that cholestrol has 4 main functions, but i cant seem to figure out how cholesterol is metabolized inside the human body. For example, blood cholesterol is produced in the liver. Where does it go after it's produced? and dietary cholesterol comes from the food we eat. Where does it go in the body, and what does it do?
What can I do as a woman after menapause do to improve on my Cholesterol and Triglyceride blood results? In April 2006 my blood work showed: Cholesterol 167.6; Triglyceride 220.4 and HDL 38.1. I am talking Lipitor during both of these blood tests. In October 2006 my blook work showed: Cholesterol 211.1; Triglyceride 143.7 and HDL 48.5. I listed the HDL because I was afraid the Lipitor was effecting my Good Cholestrol count. I'm looking for someone that can tell me why my cholestrol went up this time and triglycerides went down and what is my next course of action.
What should be the normal range for Cholesterol without fasting? I am 37 years male, 2 days before i have done my cholesterol testing without fasting, test has taken without fasting. The result showing like - Total Cholestorl 221, LDL Cholestrol 145.8 i know this should be taken overnight fasting, doctor told me this is normal,is it normal?what are food to be avoided to decrease LDL cholesterol level?what should be range of cholesterol test without fasting?
Which cheeses are lower in cholesterol and/or fat? My fiance and I love fine cheeses (both for general tastings and for cooking). I was planning on baking some portabello caps stuffed with toasted walnuts, oyster mushrooms, spinach and brie tonight (maybe some tomato as well) but brie is a little higher in cholestrol than I would like. Can anyone tell me which cheeses have (relatively) less cholesterol and/or fat (no "low-fat velveeta" please)?
what happens to blood cholesterol and dietary cholesterol inside your body? I know that cholestrol has 4 main functions, but i cant seem to figure out how cholesterol is metabolized inside the human body. For example, blood cholesterol is produced in the liver. Where does it go after it's produced? and dietary cholesterol comes from the food we eat. Where does it go in the body, and what does it do?
I am told I have too much good cholesterol How can that be? I had my blood tested and the "bad" cholestrol was ok but I had too much "good' cholesterol. I work out 4-6 times a week and I eat carefully. I was told the 5 pieces of fruit a day might make the good cholesterol to high. How can I have too much if it is good?
How much Bad cholesterol does LIPITOR reduce in how much time? Im a 35 yr old male, 253 pounds. with a cholestrol of 246.. I got into a strict low fat diet and am doing cardio 35 min for 4 days a week. plus im taking 10 mg lipitor each night.. also i eat Oatmeal or Cherrios each morning..how long will it take me to get at least under 200 of Cholesterol?
what foods are high in good cholesterol? I had a cholesterol test and my doctor said my bad one is low which is good but my good one is low also. She said nuts have good cholestrol but what esle? I have family history of high cholestrol so we are trying to get me in good eatting habits and trying to boost my good one now
I have high cholesterol level (295). my weight is 78Kg. To reduce cholestrol, Running is dangerous 4 me? Dear Dr. I'm 41 years old. Last month I checked my Cholesterol level. I have high cholesterol level (295), my weight is 78Kg. to reduce my cholesterol level, daily I'm running about 3Km from last month.(not fast-not slow--average running). earlier I had chest pain, but now I don't have chest pain. I also reduce my weight approximately 3Kg's. I would like to know running is really dangerous for me? so yes what shall I do for reduce cholesterol level? please be kind to answer. Regards ven
Is there a way to reduce cholestrol besides drugs? Besides the obvious like less meat intake. When thats just not enough, because your body itself is making too much. Is there a way to get your body to make less cholesterol? Is there any special/"miracle" food for this?
What's the difference between fat an cholesterol? If eating less fat reduces weight then does less cholestrol also reduce weight? and what exactly is the difference between the two? are there some foods with more fat and some with more cholestrol or is cholestrol somthing that the body produces after eating fats? Does cholestrol reduction ruduce weight?
How to lower Triglycerides, Glucose Serum, and total Cholestrol? I recently had a major physical for a job. Part of the physical was doing blood work. The things that came back high are: Glucose 109..Range should be 65-99, Cholesterol 247 range should be 100-199 and Triglycides 297 range should be 0-149. Now I havent been to the Doctors in a couple of years. I passed the physical but they said I should speak to someone about these issues via a letter. Any suggestions would be great!
How does cholesterol affect or cause alzheimers? I read that high cholestrol can be a cause of alzheimers.. how does that work? well.. I definitely don't think it's just random. Scientists have done studies that say it's not a normal part of aging.
What ingredients should I avoid when cooking for a person with High Cholestrol? Uhm.. Hi. I'm a 14 year old girl, and I'm visiting my dad for Christmas. He hasn't been doing a good job with cooking himself and he has a problem with MSG.. , he has high cholesterol too. I'm really worried about his health, and I wanted to cook for him instead of going out to eat. What types of food should he avoid? or ingredients that i should avoid when i cook?
Cholestrol is transported in the blood as part of a lipoprotein? Why? A) The cholestrol bonds to the lipid hydrophoic end of the lipoprotein. The protein part of the lipoprotein makes the molecules hydrophilic so it can be transported in plasma. B) Lipoproteins catalyze cholesterol into hydrophilic molecule which allows it to be transported in the blood C) Cholestrol bonds to the hydrophilic end of the lipoprotein allowing it to be transported in the blood
shrimp question / cholesterol? i have GERD and am trying to eat healthier, i got some shrimp to cook (not fried) just add a lil butter thats got low fat, only concern is cholesterol, does shrimp have good cholesterol or bad cholestrol Thank you, : )
Can somebody help me with this cholestrol question for biology? Ok it said in a science book that MONOunsaturated and polyunsaturated fats lower LDL cholesterol levels, and so did some websites, however when I put monounsaturated fats lower cholesterol levels, i got it wrong and the correct answer was it has no effect, is this true?
am i to young for a cholestrol test? hi guys i have been worried about my cholesterol levels of late and am wondering if i coyld go and get this checked out. im 27 5ft 7in 9st in weight and my BMI is 21. the thing is though im eating to much fatty food and my weakness is ice cream but everyone on my dads family have had high cholestrol and i was wondering if anyone has any tips to cut this down and make me feel a bit better. i meant to say my dads side of the family.
Why is cholestrol a precursor for hormones? I know cholesterol is a precursor for estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, testosterone, and fat but I don't know why exactly my physio book just says it's the parent molecule what exactly does that mean can someone explain please.. thank you
What should you avoid to lower cholesterol?!? I have been told that my cholestrol is too high after a recent blood test and I haven't had time to pick up a diet sheet from the GP! I think I may need to avoid dairy products or at least cut down on them - especially cheddar cheese!
why is there so much cholestrol in venison? i have checked several nutrition and calorie counting web sites and i am finding that a serving of venison is said to have between 25 and 40 percent of your daily intake of cholesterol based on a 2000 calorie diet. what makes venison so high in cholesterol?
I need help with my high cholesterol...? Ok so I am a 16 year old teen who is struggling with high cholesterol. My total cholestrol amount is 240 mg./dl. Could this mean anything serious? And are there any ways that can help reduce my cholesterol level fast and efficiently? Please help... I would really appreciate this.
comparing two types of cholesterol readings? hi, just got a statistical assignment to do comparing two sets of data on cholesterol. I have an initial SBP and DBP of patients then a Cholesterol reading (total serum cholesterol) after 6 months. i know nothing about cholestrol so can someone tell me how i am suppost to compare both/either SBP, DBP with total serum cholesterol? (maybe its just a simple answer i.e. SBP is the same as total serum cholesterol)
I have fibromyalgia and high cholesterol? Many types of medicine put me into severe pain. Has anyone found a medicine for high cholestrol that doesn't affect their muscles.Does anyone else with fibro. have this problem with prescription drugs.
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