I’m the same! Except 57 yrs. with hypertension. I denied the statins. I quit drinking alcohol. Trying to exercise more. Taking fiber every morning (stir it in my coffee). Replaced spinach with lettuce and beef with chicken or fish, and only turkey bacon. Taking fish oil. I was told stress can be a huge factor with cholesterol levels. Also, did you fast before your blood work? And I read somewhere weight loss can temporarily raise your levels. But I was also told it could be generational. I’m getting re-tested next month. We’ll see what happens. I have not quit IF.
I’ve read when you are tested it is important to be at the 12 hour fasting mark when they draw blood. As we burn fat the cholesterol levels go up in our blood.
If your HDL is so low, that is what I would be concerned about. To me that says cut back on sugar and increase omega 3s. Also what are your triglycerides? Look at the HDL to triglycerides ratio
Cholesterol isn’t necessarily bad for you. It’s the ratios that matter. You also need a more extensive blood panel to determine if you have bad cholesterol. I personally denied the statins, it’s been a few years and my cholesterol is still good and I feel great.
Hey! I found this article that has some amazing tips on how to reduce high cholesterol and homeopathic remedies tips also.
Many foods are believed to significantly lower LDL cholesterol. Fiber-rich foods are said to be particularly beneficial. Fiber will lower ‘bad’ cholesterol and help the bowel function properly, reducing the risk of colon and bowel cancer. Many other foods can help the body fight back against these dangerous deposits.
Some Fiber-rich foods are oat bran, barley, and wheat bran. They can be eaten as a cereal for breakfast and sprinkled onto other foods. Pearl barley can be added to soups. Apples and pears also have considerable amounts of soluble fiber and should be enjoyed daily. 🥰