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High Triglycerides
(30 Mar 2010)
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Triglycerides are a part of fat content. They are called triglycerides because they contain three different types of fatty acids. High levels of triglycerides have been known to put patients at extreme risk of heart problems.
The reason for high triglyceride levels is mainly attributed to excessive intake of carbohydrates. Some diets tend to be unhealthy and contain too much carbohydrate as a percentage of food consumed. This can cause high levels of triglycerides. High levels of triglycerides in the body is a matter of concern and if you are overweight you should get yourself tested immediately to check your triglyceride level as well as your cholesterol level. Your doctor will be able to advise you on corrective action in emergency situations. Triglycerides are high in people who are obese.
You can counter a high triglyceride level by making some lifestyle changes. You will particularly need to change your diet to a more healthy diet which does not promote weight gain. A high calorie diet which has excess sugar, red meat, dairy, and fatty components is to be strictly avoided. You need to begin to include fruits and vegetables in your diet and try to substitute your unhealthy meal with a healthy one. Fast foods are usually fried or cooked with too much fat in them. Avoid eating at fast food joints.
A crucial and often ignored part of treatment for high triglyceride levels is exercise. When you change your diet to a healthier and lower fat diet, you also need to burn the fat that is already in your body. Daily exercise is required and this is not something that you can risk avoiding. During your check up your doctor will tell you what amount of exercise you will be able to do without causing problems that may be associated with over exertion. You should ideally spend one hour of continuous exercise that is not heavy or rapid, but at the same time is not slow or ponderous. Exercising at a moderate speed will encourage your body to begin burning fat to produce energy. You should see results in a few days. You will begin to have more stamina and your weight will begin to reduce. During this time, avoid alcohol consumption completely. You must also continue your exercising once you begin to lose weight. This is a crucial period when it is easiest to lose weight and you must not let the momentum of exercise slow down or stop.
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answered by G M on 30 Mar 2010, 6:37:56
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