Here is another interesting question I found whilst researching cholesterol this week. Things get so complicated, its nice to have an explanation in real lingo! For similar questions, answers and latest research, see the "Cholesterol Directory" under 'My Favorite Links'.
"Q. I just had my blood work done. My cholesterol is fine but my triglycerides are high.
Can you explain what the difference is and what could make the one be high and the other not?
A. Cholesterol and triglycerides are two forms of fat. Both of them are necessary for life itself. One of the functions of cholesterol is to build cell membranes and several essential hormones.
Triglycerides are the chemical form in which most fat exists in food as well as in the body. They are also present in blood plasma and, in association with cholesterol, form the plasma lipids.
In "my" language: triglycerides are a form of fat carried through the blood stream. When you eat, your body converts any calories it does not need at that moment and stores it as triglycerides."
For more info and article source see: http://www.salisburypost.com/lifestyle/344415385622066.php
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Thursday, January 24, 2008
So you want to control cholesterol levels without medication? Read on.
Doctors and patients look for a quick fix to lower cholesterol. Powerful cholesterol-lowering drugs are popular because they work.
But, popping a pill isn't the only option.
Watching your diet has still proven scientifically effective. Some foods are known to lower cholesterol, but alone, they only lower it by about five-percent. There are other things that can help too, such as exercise and controlling stress levels. For more information on news and research regarding this, check out the 'Health Directory' under "My Favourite Links".
But, popping a pill isn't the only option.
Watching your diet has still proven scientifically effective. Some foods are known to lower cholesterol, but alone, they only lower it by about five-percent. There are other things that can help too, such as exercise and controlling stress levels. For more information on news and research regarding this, check out the 'Health Directory' under "My Favourite Links".
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Oatmeal cholesterol claims stronger
Well, I must have read it on the box a million times, but here's the proof! Read it for yourself.
Source: http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/170935.html
"The link between oatmeal and cholesterol reduction is stronger than initially believed, a U.S. review found.
Study co-author Dr. James W. Anderson of the University of Kentucky College of Medicine analyzed studies conducted during the past 15 years on oatmeal and cholesterol and found without exception total cholesterol levels were lower after oat consumption. In addition, low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, the "bad" cholesterol is reduced without adverse effects on high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, or HDL, the "good" cholesterol, or triglyceride concentrations.
"Whole-grain products like oatmeal are among some of the best foods one can eat to improve cholesterol levels, in addition to other lifestyle choices," Anderson said in a statement. "Lifestyle choices, such as diet, should be the first line of therapy for most patients with moderate cholesterol risk given the expense, safety concerns, and intolerance related to cholesterol lowering drugs."
Anderson co-authored the comprehensive research review with Mark Andon, a researcher and nutrition director for Quaker-Tropicana."
Source: http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/170935.html
"The link between oatmeal and cholesterol reduction is stronger than initially believed, a U.S. review found.
Study co-author Dr. James W. Anderson of the University of Kentucky College of Medicine analyzed studies conducted during the past 15 years on oatmeal and cholesterol and found without exception total cholesterol levels were lower after oat consumption. In addition, low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, the "bad" cholesterol is reduced without adverse effects on high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, or HDL, the "good" cholesterol, or triglyceride concentrations.
"Whole-grain products like oatmeal are among some of the best foods one can eat to improve cholesterol levels, in addition to other lifestyle choices," Anderson said in a statement. "Lifestyle choices, such as diet, should be the first line of therapy for most patients with moderate cholesterol risk given the expense, safety concerns, and intolerance related to cholesterol lowering drugs."
Anderson co-authored the comprehensive research review with Mark Andon, a researcher and nutrition director for Quaker-Tropicana."
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
High triglycerides, other cholesterol raise risk of stroke
Bad cholesterol (LDL) is, according to new research, not the only type of cholesterol that contributes to high risk of stroke. Read this article and see your doctor if you want to get yourself checked out.
Article source: http://www.news-medical.net/?id=33795
"People with high triglycerides and another type of cholesterol tested but not usually evaluated as part of a person's risk assessment have an increased risk of a certain type of stroke, according to research published in the December 26, 2007, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
"LDL or 'bad' cholesterol has been the primary target for reducing the risk of stroke, but these results show that other types of cholesterol may be more strongly linked with stroke risk," said study author Bruce Ovbiagele, MD, of UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA, and member of the American Academy of Neurology.
The researchers analyzed the records of 1,049 people admitted to a university hospital with a stroke or mini-stroke over four years."
Article source: http://www.news-medical.net/?id=33795
"People with high triglycerides and another type of cholesterol tested but not usually evaluated as part of a person's risk assessment have an increased risk of a certain type of stroke, according to research published in the December 26, 2007, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
"LDL or 'bad' cholesterol has been the primary target for reducing the risk of stroke, but these results show that other types of cholesterol may be more strongly linked with stroke risk," said study author Bruce Ovbiagele, MD, of UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA, and member of the American Academy of Neurology.
The researchers analyzed the records of 1,049 people admitted to a university hospital with a stroke or mini-stroke over four years."
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