How Do I Lower My LDL? My Cholesterol Is 176,

Posted on Wed, 8 May 2019

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Question : How do I lower my LDL? My Cholesterol is 176, triglycerides are 91, HDL 41, but LDL is 117. Other numbers are OK. SO, how do I lower my LDL?

Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!

I understand your concern and would explain that although LDL levels are slightly elevated, they do not indicate dyslipidemia or any increased cardiovascular risk.

Total cholesterol/HDL ratio and LDL/HDL ratio are within the normal ranges( below 4.5 and below 3.5).

So, there is no need to make any changes to your lifestyle or diet.

Anyway, aerobics and a diet rich in omega 3 fatty acids ( walnuts, olive oil, fish, fish oil, etc.) would help reduce naturally LDL levels.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need!

Kind regards,

Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist

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