The deposition of “bad” cholesterol contributes to the appearance of atherosclerotic plaques, while its visible signs are absent, said enemy cardiologist Aisha Ibragimova.
The doctor noted in an interview that noticeable symptoms of high cholesterol occur only with familial hypercholesterolemia, but often they are absent. The doctor noted that it is possible to accurately determine high cholesterol only through a blood test, which also allows you to determine the risk of heart attack and stroke. cardiovascular risk,” shared cardiologist Ibragimova.
The doctor recalled that up to 80 percent of cholesterol is produced by the body, the remaining 20 percent comes with food. According to Ibragimova, it is possible to lower cholesterol levels on your own through some adjustments only in cases where cardiovascular risks are moderate or low.
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What helps lower high cholesterol?
- Weight loss, especially if there is excess on the stomach.
- Exercise. They need to be given up to half an hour a day.
- Reducing the amount of flour products.
- Restricting the amount of butter, cream, ice cream, buttermilk consumed.
- Rejection of soda .
- Reduce fructose intake.
- Reject sausages and sausages, bacon.
- Reject margarine, palm oil, coconut oil.
- Reject fried foods.
In addition, the doctor advised to include more whole grains, vegetables, legumes, fruits in the diet. Among meat and dairy products, preference should be given to low-fat foods.
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Important! This information is provided for reference only. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. Seek medical attention at the first sign of illness.
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