My partner has been told that his cholesterol level and blood pessure are high, What can I do to help him.
Hi Lolita,
Here are 8 steps you can take to lower cholesterol levels. Steps you take to promote a lower cholesterol will also have a positive impact on blood pressure.
1. Know your numbers
You need to know your LDL, HDL, and triglyceride levels to determine appropriate actions. The most effective way to raise HDL is not necessarily the best way to lower LDL.
2. Evaluate your lifestyle
Know risk factors you can change and those you cannot.
3. Balance your fats
Reduce unhealthy saturated fats in your diet and replace them with heart healthy unsaturated fats.
4. Be active
Physical activity lowers triglycerides and raises HDL (good) cholesterol.
5. Eliminate trans fats
Trans fats raise LDL (bad) cholesterol, lower HDL (good) cholesterol, and raise triglycerides.
6. Understand triglycerides
Triglycerides are impacted the most by your simple sugar and alcohol intake.
7. Increase dietary fiber
You need 25-35 grams of dietary fiber daily, especially soluble fiber.
8. Add omega 3 fatty acids
Omega 3 fatty acids are involved in the regulation of heart rate, blood pressure, and blood clotting.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
http://www.lowercholesterolwithlisa.com
http://www.lowerbloodpressurewithlisa.com