How to Raise Hdl Levels Naturally and Lower Cholesterol
Often called “Good Cholesterol,” HDL stands for High-Density Lipoprotein. HDL is a blood substance that picks up cholesterol and helps remove it from the body.  HDL is known as the “good” cholesterol because high levels seem to protect against cardiovascular disease and heart attacks.
Studies show the link between low levels of HDL cholesterol and major cardiovascular complications as well as assocations with coronary heart disease.
According to WebMD, “A low HDL-C level is thought to accelerate the development of atherosclerosis because of impaired reverse cholesterol transport and possibly because of the absence of other protective effects of HDL, such as decreased oxidation of other lipoproteins.”
There are many different types of foods that can help you to increase your HDL levels. These foods include:
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Found in Fish and Fish Oils)
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Legumes (beans)
- Whole wheat bread
- Berries
- Eggs
- Cranberry Juice
You should also try to avoid fried and greasy foods. Try to always stick to grilled or baked items. Also, try to avoid foods that have the word “trans” in it. You should also use margarine instead of butter. Simple changes like these with your diet will make a HUGE difference in raising your HDL levels naturally.
It is important to break down your cholesterol levels into LDL and HDL ratios. You should stay in the range of 40-60mg/dL for a healthy HDL cholesterol level. Any level above 60 is considered very healthy. Any HDL level below 40 is considered unhealthy. Low hdl cholesterol levels can contribue to heart disease. As far as LDL cholesterol goes, any level less than 100mg/dL is considered optimal.
Early screenings for Total Cholesterol and HDL and ldl levels is essential.  Lowering your total cholesterol can be easily treated by modifying a few simple things in your lifestyle.
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Todd Perkins
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How can I safely RAISE my cholesterol levels?
For years, I have had unusually low cholesterol readings – as low as 99 total cholesterol. For the same period of time I have been dealing with anxiety issues and depression. I recently found studies that linked the two. I have one child and notices that all my anxiety/depression issues resolved during pregnancy (a time when the body naturally raises the cholesterol levels) As such, I would like to raise my cholesterol levels in order to see if this is contributing to the anxiety – is their a safe way to do so?
Put butter on your hot fudge sundaes and deep fry them.
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I think you better check with your GP. I have only ever heard of people trying to get it lower, high is very bad for you, so you bes get yourself moitored or you may do more harm than good. good luck
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You know that your cholesterol levels are pretty good where they are at. you can raise your good cholesterol levels by eating more oily fish, or just getting fish oil tablets. Try doing that first. Otherwise, you can just start to eat fatty foods, that will definitely raise your cholesterol levels, but that cannot be healthy. Try yoga, or exercise for your stress levels, that helped for me
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You should be happy that your cholesterol levels are low. There are no medical conditions that are caused by cholesterol levels in the 100 range.
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I would look into the whole hormone picture – because progesterone is really high during pregnancy and that too has a calming effect. Just start reading any books -even Susan Summers has one about staying young, but I heard it discusses the whole hormone interaction. I’d be looking that way for answers not to clogging my arteries.
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dont worry because of your sedentary life style you are already doing this. and the very important and fascinating fact is that cholesterol is endogenoulsy formed inside our body irrespective of the strict control upon our diets.
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I’m sorry to hear that you are dealing with anxiety and depression it’s a tough road. Working with a psychiatrist and therapist you can determine what medication and talk therapy could help. Finding a medication can be tough – a bit trial & error , (sorry, but since they can’t sample exactly what is going on chemically in your brain they have to try by experimenting with small doses).
Is it possible that you also took better care of your body during pregnancy? Better diet? More sleep?
You are so smart to realize that what you eat, and the blood chemistry results, may have an effect. Good nutrition is key to a healthy pregnancy AND to good mental health too! There are nutrients that your body cannot absorb and make us of unless there is sufficient fat in your diet along with other healthy foods. When adding fats, choose well. Olive oil is produced without as much processing and does not result in as much of the "bad cholesterol."
Examine your diet – keep a journal of eating, then review your habits with a nutritionist. If you identify possible imbalances and correct these your body will function better and produce a healthier balance of chemistry in your brain to support mental heath. Do not neglect exercise, even if you are down, because it also plays a part in maintaining your overall heath.
Regular blood tests are a good idea because your MD will be able to identify and hormonal or endocrine problems too.
Keep doing your best to take care of yourself, being responsible for your mental health! You are very important to your family and friends and my heaart goes out to you too! Time you spend maintaining your health is an investment in your loved ones too! God bless you & yours — JA
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