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How Can Cholesterol Levels Be Kept Under Control?
my recent cholesterol are as follows; total 242,hdl 43, ldl 168. i am 65, weigh 130 ,could lose 5 lbs , FEMALE AND smoke 8 to 10 cigarettes a day what are the best ways to improve my numbers. we eat a balanced diet, i have eliminated butter, use low fat half and half, cut back on red meat. i need to exercise more
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Hi,
Your lipid status is quite on the higher side and you are at a higher risk for developing cardiovascular problems because you are a chronic smoker.
You can take drugs like statins like Atorvastatin to control your cholesterol level after discussing with your physician.
As of now, do frequent physical exercises like swimming and jogging.
Avoid fatty and oily foods.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Your lipid status is quite on the higher side and you are at a higher risk for developing cardiovascular problems because you are a chronic smoker.
You can take drugs like statins like Atorvastatin to control your cholesterol level after discussing with your physician.
As of now, do frequent physical exercises like swimming and jogging.
Avoid fatty and oily foods.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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