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I have high cholesterol. Will eating almonds help lower it?

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In October 2017 cholesterol: 206 mg/dl In Jan 2018 cholesterol: 196 mg/dl Now (feb 2018) cholesterol: 202 mg/dl Since October, i'm on strict diet, still unable to lower my cholesterol, please suggest!

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HELLO, CONTINUE DIET. WALKING FOR 40 MIN FIVE DAYS IN A WEEK (BRICK WALK) IT'S VERY EFFECTIVE. OTHERWISE MEDICINE IS THEIR. TAB ROSUVASTATIN 10 MG ONE AT NIGHT FOR ONE MONTH. SLIGHT UNWANTED FEELING ...  Read More

My cholesterol is mostly above 200..i tried a lot of homeopathy doctors and medicine like adel-28, guatteria gumeri q,cholesterinum 3x...but still not going below 200..i need an expert doctor to consult..because I don't take rich and diet and exercise regularly..but my spgt goes up and down like 53 and comes to 38..pls advise

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The medicine u took are specifics, which works occasionally. Permanent results are achieved by proper homeopathic treatment only. Don't take free over the counter suggestions. ...  Read More

I am 46 year old male and have a sedentary lifestyle. Event I got my blood tests done in which my cholesterol levels were 260. Is it very high? If yes, what should I do the lower my cholesterol levels? Are there any food stuffs which can help in decreasing the counts? Will change of cooking oil be helpful?

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Its borderline high. Should do 30 mins of brisk walk every day.. eat green leafy vegetables , grains and fruits in diet. Avoid fried and junk food Cooking oil doesnt make a difference, still olive o ...  Read More

My total cholesterol is 235. How can this be lowered below 200? Please advise. Please find the report attached.

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Kindly consult online directly to me. As per your report you will be needing cholesterol medication which can be prescribed only after obtaining few more details. Thanks. Dr Anand Lingan. ...  Read More

Got blood test done in the evening. Was pretty dehydrated. Had only 800ml water. Cholesterol: 229 HDL: 64 LDL: 160 Triglyceride:75 My question is does my time and condition affect this result to be like this? Is there a natural way to reduce the cholesterol? (Genetic testing revealed absence of hereditary markers for lipids)

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Ldl is very high, medication is required. ...  Read More

Dear Sir/Madam, I have high LDL cholesterol (166) for which doc prescribed Rosuvas F 10 tab. But many are saying if I start statins ...I have to take for the rest of my life ( instead they are suggesting diet/exercise). Is it true if I start taking starin, I have to continue for the rest of my life ?

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

Need to lower Cholesterol & Triglycerides which doctor is Good for this issue.Please Let me know. Thanks

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Please send the reports ...  Read More

I need diet to lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol. Currently HDL is 36 overall cholesterol is 157 but need to maintain for long time to avoid medicines

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A life style change helps you reduce your bad cholesterol. Add diet rich in fiber ,protein.if you are looking for a customised plan do connect with me on ansusnutrimom on instagram ...  Read More

What should be the diet to be followed to lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides without medicines? For a recently detected person.

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just include two fruits before lunch and dinner, and salads in both lunch and dinner, it will be reversed in few months ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I recently had some blood tests done and wanted your opinion. Here are my key reports: - Total Cholesterol: 246.8 mg/dL (High) - Triglycerides: 106 mg/dL (Normal) - Hemoglobin: 12.6 g/dL (Slightly low) Other tests: - Thyroid (TSH): Normal - Blood Sugar (Fasting & PP): Normal - Liver Function Test: Normal - Kidney Function Test: No

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No medication required. Lifestyle modification is enough. You can always go for additional tests ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, what is the best way to increase hdl and decrease Idl cholesterol as my report came abnormal.. I have also less platelet count which is 117. My vitamin d & b12 level also came low so i started taking supplementary tablets for both. So is this all parameters related to each other? I don't have any past disease record. Will you please let

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Need suppiments for vit d and vit b12 For lipid profile dont reuse oid only use refined oid of good brand..add fiber diet in food..daily exercise ...  Read More

My husband total cholesterol level was 173 but his triglycerides level was 359 and Hdl 38 non hdl 135 and VLDL 71.8 Is it normal or consult any doctor. Pls give me a reply

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Dear Madam, Thank you for sharing your husband’s lipid profile values. His total cholesterol (173 mg/dL) is within the normal range. However, the triglycerides level (359 mg/dL) is significantly e ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, please check i having few parameters of liver and cholesterol coming abnormal in medical test. Please let me know what should i do to make it normal. Images attached for proper evaluation

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Hi Sir First of all, there are changes in cholesterol levels which shows your incorrect diet and lifestyle. Second is the changes in your liver profile. We can co relate it better with a USG abdomen. ...  Read More

Hello all, I am attaching my father's blood report. I want to know that does this level of cholesterol required medicine . Kindly help me.

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Hii ; does he have diabetes ; hypertension ; ? His ldl his 160 need treatment ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I am 39 years old, I am a cricketer, my weight is 89, height is 5'11, I got my lipid profile tested, in which total cholesterol was 225 and LDL is 161, what should I do to reduce it and why does LDL increase triglycerides -131

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Sedentary lifestyle & eating of fried foods lead to high cholesterol in 33y male. He is taking medication which helped to bring down cholesterol. But please give a basic nutrition plan to keep bad cholesterol minimal.

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Hi For a customised nutrition plan, please book a video consult through the app ...  Read More

Do have any medication in ayurveda for lower Vitamin D3 & B12. Also for reducing bad cholesterol.

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Yes, Ayurveda can help in managing low Vitamin D3, low B12, and high LDL (bad cholesterol). In Ayurveda, we focus on correcting the root cause such as poor digestion (Mandagni), Ama accumulation, and ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with TG 345, HDL 47, LDL 98, total cholesterol 214, total cholesterol/HDL ratio. 4.6, TG/HDL ration 7.3. I have been having borderline high TG and total cholesterol since last 5 years. Further, diagnosed with esophegal reflux hypersensitivity and Grade 1 fatty liver. Treatment prescribed: 1. Tab cintoshell pr or eiref C before

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1.Treatment ok 2.Palpitations could be due to multiple reasons, even anxiety. 3.Yes 4.Yes ...  Read More

My cholesterol is above the normal range. Should I take Atrovastine 20 lifelong. My angiography is clear but on ramp walking I feel slightly uncomfortable in the centre of lungs

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If your cholesterol level is high and your geography is normal, you will need lifestyle, changes and temporary. You can use statin to reduce your lipids under a Cardiologist guidance ...  Read More

Hi, Please review my attached report for Hba1c and cholesterol if they are okay or need any medication

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Reports are good. Need diet and lifestyle modifications ...  Read More

I recently did lipid profile test and the results are : Total Cholesterol : 219 mg/dl Triglycerides : 85 HDL : 48 LDL : 82 Non HDL : 171 This is two months after a previous blood test where my LDL was 145, TC 241. Please do comment.

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Are you taking any medications Any family history of hypercholestrolemia Need detailed history Get back ...  Read More

Have taken Rosuvastatin 20mg for 90 days. Still cholesterol and triglycerides are higher than normal.

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Kindly focus on your lifestyle in that case. Modify your eating habits to avoid oily, junk, bakery, sweets, admit. And start exercising regularly. At least an hour a day and five days a week focusing ...  Read More

I tested for cholesterol on the 30 October 2025. Have attached the test report. Kindly advise. My health is normal.

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Your reports state high cholesterol level. Needing dietary modifications. and medication if needed ...  Read More

3 months ago my hba1c was 6.1, I used to have sweets daily, weight was 79 kg, then I stopped total sweets and reduced weight to 72kg, height 5'6", now hba1c is 4.7, but cholesterol is 210, triglycerides normal, what should I do, no history of any diseases, still don't take sweets , should I lose more weight? Or what

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Nothing to worry. Continue good life style. ...  Read More

Dear Doctors Today I do blood test for lipid profile then my total cholesterol is 206 mg/dl and triglycerides is 365 mg/dl. Can I reduce it through good diet & excercise also I want to know that what non veg food can I consume. Please suggest.. I am really scared after seeing the report. Is this life threat alarm. Everyone said it's became norm

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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a free detailed discussion* ...  Read More

My lipid profile test report.. Cholesterol Total- 220 Triglycerides -105 HDL cholesterol - 63 LDL CHOLESTEROL -136 VLDL cholesterol -21 Non HDL CHOLESTEROL -157 Please advise 🙏I am at risk or not... Can LDL be lower through diet or physical activity ?

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Your total cholesterol and LDL levels are definitely elevated than the normal levels. You can definitely reduce them with lifestyle modification, such as low fat, diet and regular exercise. ...  Read More

My cholesterol and triglycerides 225 and 256 The latest report , whenever I took medicine related to these, Atorlip f ,Atorva Ez ,Rozuvastin f , I feel severe joints pain , what should I do to reduce the cholesterol and triglycerides

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You should exercise regularly and avoid oily, junk, bakery, sweet food items, you should reduce the frequency of non-veg and completely stop eating red meat. You may consume more fresh vegetables and ...  Read More

Dear Doctors Today I do blood test for lipid profile then my total cholesterol is 206 mg/dl and triglycerides is 365 mg/dl. Can I reduce it through good diet & excercise also I want to know that what non veg food can I consume. Please suggest.. I am really scared after seeing the report. Everyone said it's became normal with good food habit.

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Low carbohydrate diet / daily exercise is best to reduce TG level , f ...  Read More

Thyroid level is very high around 13 and cholesterol levels are not stable.Need to reduce weight and become healthy lifestyle

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