Comments on: High Cholesterol + Me

By: Donna McCarthy

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 15:58:41 +0000

I want in the worst way to stay off statins and do watch what I eat. I have lowered it in the past with diet (little to no baked goods, little to no red meat, salads, oats and beans). I have a theory about familiar high cholesterol in that we all tend to eat the way our family does, therefore familiar high cholesterol. Also, we tend to not exercise as our family as well. Therefore I believe we can reduce our numbers many times. Just think once you start the meds you willl not be allowed to go off. I also see vegan diets reduce numbers substantially, but it is hard to go that route when one’s family doesn’t want to comply. Just my opinion, but I am the master of my own health!

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By: Azmat

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 20:44:26 +0000

Well it all sounds familiar. I have not had red meat for ages. Off sugar & deserts for countless years. A vegetarian almost. Still the numbers are topping the charts always. Perhaps a factor of the genes I have inherited.
Resisted taking statins for all the years since I became aware of my cholesterol issue. Still holding off.
The advise is contradicting & confusing. Guess one should follow one’s doctor’s advise. No sure way of dealing with this predicament.

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By: Kat

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 17:47:49 +0000

I’m so glad I came across this article! Thank you for sharing! Heart disease runs in my family as well. I also have psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis which increases the likelihood of comorbidities, like heart disease. I have been seeing a cardiologist for 3 years and everything seems ok besides valve regurgitation. However, I recently had a lipid panel test done by my rheumatologist and it included a lipoprotein (a) test. Since getting my results, I have been in quite a funk. I have been so anxious and worried about whether or not today will be the day I have a heart attack. It’s terrible to have this thought in my mind. Your article comforted me. I have been adjusting my diet and have increased my exercise regimen since getting my test results. I have also tried to decrease stress and anxiety but still need a lot of work with that. My job has greatly contributed to my dietary changes, lack of exercise, and it has also increased my stress and it has impacted my health in various ways. I am starting to reevaluate my life and health choices. I have started to make changes that I can control, like diet and exercise, and to see your article and the comments other people have posted reassures me that I can take some control of my health and do as much as I can to take care of myself and improve my health and well being. Besides eating lean proteins (chicken, fish) and a more plant based and high fiber diet (whole grains, oats, beans), with no processed foods, my doctors recommended supplements like fish oil/omega 3, vitamin D3 +K2+magnesium, and a fiber supplement like benefiber or metamucil. What supplements do you take?

Thank you for sharing your journey and ideas for heart healthy meals and meal prep. I hope that you will continue to share your journey with us. I hope that you will continue to share more heart healthy meals ideas, exercise ideas, and your progress All the best to you and your health!

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By: Letty

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 09:57:53 +0000

Thank you for sharing. I am not too sure of my family history but few years my aunt had it and now my bro and I as well when tested. He was at 294 and I was at 274 this was this year. we have been eating really bad plus little to no physical activity. We both changed the diet, got moving (exercising) were put on meds for 3mths and our numbers down. I am at 194 since tested in June. will retest in December.

I am from the Caribbean and the older folks say eat eggplants but better to cut them up and put in water, store in the fridge and drink a glass a day. can do this for a week and on and off throughout the months.

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By: Juliette Goddard

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 10:06:19 +0000

excellent dialogue

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By: Lezlye Merritt

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 17:31:44 +0000

This article was so timely and sounded a lot like me. I’m trying to adjust my eating habits for the same reason but like you, am not a 0-100 type lady. I liked the ten day meal prep process and can totally see how this can help. Nice read

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By: Conrad

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 12:31:24 +0000

In cases of genetic cholesterol, the body makes too much PCSK9 protein which blocks the liver sensors and the liver makes cjolesterol 24 hrs a day. No diet can correct this. Even statins cannot stop this. You will need new medicines design to correct the problem.

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By: Virina

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 12:10:47 +0000

what supplements do you use for your familial cholesterol?

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By: Leah

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 10:45:14 +0000

Hi I’m a registered dietitian. So happy to hear that you are using food first to try and lower your cholesterol rather than jumping right to meds. It’s a great place to start to search out more fiber. Leafy greens actually don’t have all that much fiber only 1.2 grams/2 cups. To really bump up your fiber intake I recommend you continue adding whole grains to your meals (brown rice, old fashioned or steel cut oatmeal, quinoa), add seeds such as chia seeds and add beans to salads for protein and fiber.

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By: Beth

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 07:24:51 +0000

Hi Eva when I read your article I felt I was reading about myself! Although I’m a lot older than you I’m in the same situation, took a long look at my cupboard and freezer this week and realised changes have to be made. Thank you for the meal ideas, and good luck with your health x

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