all about high cholesterol
...Your weight § Your level of physical activity § Your age § Your sex, and § Your alcohol consumption Ø As well, researchers have identified a condition known as familial hypercholesterolemia, in which a defect in a gene causes very high cholesterol and can lead to heart disease at an early age. What are the effects of High Cholesterol? Ø The extra LDL cholesterol left in the blood stream can settle as fatty deposits on the inside of your blood vessels. These build up over time and can damage and clog the arteries, including the coronary arteries that feed the heart. Ø This process can result in angina, heart attack, or stroke. What are the treatments for High Cholesterol? Ø Lowering your cholesterol levels reduces the risk of developing coronary heart disease, heart attack, stroke and other disorders. It is very important to keep cholesterol under control. Ø Generally by reducing your cholesterol levels by 1%, you are reducing your risk of heart disease by 2%. Ø You can control your cholesterol levels by: § Following a diet low in saturated fast and dietary cholesterol § Eating a wide variety of vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fruits, nuts and seeds. § Boosting your level of physical activity. § Maintaining a proper body weight. § Reducing alcohol consumption. Ø As well there are many medications that can be used to lower your cholesterol levels. It is best to consult a doctor or pharmacist to receive the best medication for your life style. What are the symptoms of High Cholesterol? Ø High Cholesterol has no symptoms that you would notice yourself. It is “silent” condition that offers no early warning signs, and it usually not discovered until during a routine physical with...