TRIGLYCERIDES

If you’re talking about high cholesterol, you may as well mention triglycerides as well. In fact, if you are tested for cholesterol they will usually test you for your triglyceride level also. They seem to go hand in hand many times and it is important to keep the triglyceride level at a safe level too.

If your triglycerides level is safe then you should take steps to keep it that way, and if they are high then your doctor will recommend ways to bring it down.

There are many reasons why the level may be too high and your doctor will discuss those I’m sure. Sometimes medication you are on can cause the level to go up, sometimes pregnancy, thyroid problems etc.

You can check with your medical professional to see if any medicine you are on could cause a problem. If you are a diabetic it is very important to keep the triglyceride level at a safe number.

Keeping your weight under control is especially important in bringing down your triglycerides as well as your cholesterol level.

And as they say, you are what you eat.  Your doctor will immediately want to talk about the foods that you are putting into your body. He will especially ask you about your sugar intake. A high fat diet is a strong no no. Omega-3 from fish will help you in more ways than you can imagine.

When you have your cholesterol and your triglycerides checked, and you should on a regular basis, pay attention to the figures and do some research here on the internet and decide what steps you want to take to bring them under control.

Many people have done it themselves by changing their eating habits and life style. You got yourself into the mess and you can get yourself out if you want to. Doctors are always ready with drugs and other means if you decide to go that route.

Whichever way you go, check with your health professional first and see what you’re up against and what your options are. Then decide. Just like with cholesterol, you can change the numbers and have a healthy level of triglycerides.