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Is there anything I can do to help my cholesterol levels? |
 There are several lifestyle choices that you can make which have a direct bearing on your cholesterol levels. The most important relate to diet and excercise. You have to eat the right foods and take the dog for a brisk walk. If all else fails there is drug medication, although doctors are often reluctant to go down this route.AlcoholLimit the amount of alcohol you drink as this also has an influence on your cholesterol level.Your WeightBeing overweight is a major risk factor for heart disease. It also makes a high cholesterol level more likely. Losing weight can lower the levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol in your blood and also lower levels of trigylcerides which contribute to the risk of heart disease.
Your doctor will advise you on the desirable bodyweight range for your height and build and steps to lose weight safely if necessary.
ExcerciseLiving a sedentary life where you take little exercise also increases the risk of high blood cholesterol levels and heart disease. It will also help you remain slim and healthy. The current advice is to take at least 30 minutes exercise each day.Other factorsAge and sex. As you get older, there is a tendency for your blood cholesterol level to rise. Women are protected by oestrogen levels to a degree but after the menopause both sexes tend to have the same risk of developing high cholesterol and heart disease.
Your genetic makeup may predetermine to an extent your risk of a high cholesterol level and your likelihood of developing heart disease as it tends to run in families. Staying fit and eating healthily, and avoiding obesity helps to minimise this risk.
Your doctor will also wish to check your blood pressure and will advise you strongly to stop smoking as both these increase the risk of heart disease.
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