Would It Be Safe For Me To Try Cholest Off Inspite Of High Cholesterol Without Medications?

Hello Flora, thank you for coming to HCM. No,in my opinion, it would not be safe for you to self-medicate for hyperlipidemia. First of all, you say you are allergic to statins. The natural alternative to a prescription statin and to fenofibrate might also cause allergic reactions similar to what you have with the medications plus liver enzymes/labs still need to be monitored with the natural therapies. Despite the supplement/medication, a low cholesterol,low saturated fat diet high in soluble fibers are recommended to be followed along with an exercise plan whenever you start medications or supplements. I congratulate you for maintaining and not gaining weight, but weight loss will also help lower your lipids. With lisinopril, avoid grapefruit juice/citrus. I would like to see you, if you do not want to go to the doctor until April, that you begin with setting a goal to lose weight to help lower lipids, set up a walking or exercise program, start reading labels and eliminate trans fat/lower saturated fat (saturated fat is used to make cholesterol in the body). To lower triglycerides you will gain better control if you add soluble fiber to your diet and avoid all sugar, juice, honey and high glycemic foods. There is a popular meal plan called the TLC or Total Lifestyle Change diet that may give you an idea of where to start. I would think continuing with your Omega-3 fatty acids would be beneficial and would recommend you continue those if you were my patient. Good luck to you! Kathryn Shattler, MS,RDN