High Cholesterol: Child
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My Kids Have High Cholesterol
Asked by J.G. from New York
on November 25, 2007
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Yesterday my kid's doctor did blood work on them that i requested and she said they have high cholesterol. I never heard of such a thing since they are so young. She s...
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- There can also be other factors such as your family history. Also when the testing was done had they been fasting? If they had a really high fat meal then that would...
- That does sound a little unusual.. Maybe the meat is a factor, if you are not using very lean cuts. I would not change their milk, even though it is higher in fat to ...
- Toddlers are SUPPOSED to have high cholesterol!! Only adults are supposed to have cholesterol of under 200.. I'm surprised that your doctor didn't tell you this, ( or...
Food Ideas for a Lactose Intolerant 5 Year Old with High Cholesterol
Asked by R.L. from New York
on March 30, 2009
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My five year old son was just diagnosed with high cholesterol. He's also lactose intolerant. He's not heavy and his weight is in proportion to his height. Does anyo...
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- What about instant oatmeal? You can make it with water. It may not be as tasty to you, but if you can get one of the slightly flavored ones, or even add a little jel...
- Hi R.; Protein is so important at breakfast time. I can suggest a really, really high quality whey shake (less that .1% lactose, so it's fine for people who are la...
- Hi R., I would suggest that you give your child a high fiber breakfast. High fiber diets (more fruits/veggies and whole grain breads) that are low in sugar are great ...
Cholesterol Check-up?
Asked by A.P. from New York
on February 18, 2010
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For my son's 5-year old well visit, the doctor does a routine blood test to check cholesterol. I wonder if this is really necessary for a 5-year old healthy boy who wi...
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- Since the Doctor is only going to prescribe a healthy diet if it is high, why not just skip the test and get his recommendations for a healthy diet and start to follow...
- It seems early, but the statistics are really alarming: 1/3 kids born today will develop Type 2 Diabetes. This generation is the first that is expected NOT to live l...
- I refuse to have my son tested. Cholesterol is necessary for growing and the functioning of your body. Your liver produces most of it (as oppose to what is derived f...
Cholesterol and Whole Milk
Asked by A.Z. from San Francisco
on July 9, 2008
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My husband told me last night that he heard (I think from the news or something like that) if there is a history of high cholesterol in your family, and especially if ...
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- The rule for milk is as follows: <1yo - formula 1-2yo - whole milk 2yo+ - 1% milk Anything different is to be with the advice of your doctor. Your daughter ...
- You need to do what you think is best, but I have raised three of my children without using whole milk, or much milk in general. There is dairy in so much of what we e...
- I heard that report. In the very same report, they were talking about now prescribing cholesterol meds to children as young as 8, which just seems crazy to me. I th...
Simvastatin, Cholesterol Lowering
Asked by T.C. from Chicago
on February 12, 2010
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Does anyone have any experience w/ Simvastatin, to lower cholesterol? A relative recently went on it & we're concerned w/ potential side effects & the real-life likel...
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- I take Simvastatin and have been on it for three months since the cholesterol medication I had taken became extremely expensive. It has kept my cholesterol with in th...
- Hi T., I had a friend's Dad die from a Statin drug. Any of the Statin drugs are potentially lethal because of the damage done to the liver. There is documentation t...
- I was on Zocor (Lipitor and Zocor are statin type drugs) for a few years once I was finished child bearing and breast feeding and I developed a very bad reaction to it...
How to Fatten up a 5 Year Old
Asked by E.M. from Louisville
on August 6, 2009
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My daughter is 5 year old needs to gain weight. Im not worried about it because shes got the exact same build as i did (kids changed that!) But her doctor is freaking ...
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- Hi, E. I had the same problem (not being able to gain weight) when i was younger (wish i did NOW lol) anyhow, my doctor said to drink milkshakes. Hope it helps, ...
- Have you thought about changing doctors? My son is five and weighs about 30lbs. I have been concerned, but my doctor sais he is just going to be small. His height a...
- Get a new Dr. If she's eating the 4 food groups then your Dr. needs to chill. My son is on aderall and a baby had gotten to his meds when they fell and I call poison...
Anyone Know Someone Who Has Lowered Cholesterol with Natural Remedies?
Asked by K.V. from Columbus
on May 25, 2009
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My mom has been diagnosed with high cholesterol. She has been taking a low dose medication which has been effective. She does not, however, want to be on meds for th...
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- Yes, I have lowered mine about 100 points using supplements. I'll be happy to give you all the details. You can email me at ____@____.com Look forward to hearing fr...
- Hi K., I have a background in nutritional counseling and have had amazing results with my health as well. Many people don't realize that cholesterol is only found ...
- Garlic has been known to help reduce cholesterol in some people. It comes in pill form and you can find it in any grocery store.
6 Year Old Weight Concerns
Asked by J.W. from Tampa
on June 18, 2011
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Oh where to start, sorry if I ramble but I am really stuggling with this and don't know what to do for the best. My 6 year old son who has sensory processing issues su...
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- Buy the book Disconnected Kids and follow the plan for smelling certain scents in the right or left nostril. The problem with SPD kids is their senses are not clear to...
- You didn't actually say how tall/heavy he is, so it's hard to tell if you are just biased or not. My six year old (girl) is four feet tall and weighs 55 pounds...whic...
- My son is Autistic and has oral sensory issues. We got a prescription for Feeding Therapy. It is usually a Pediatric Speech Therapist you can find to do this, or an OT...
High Energy Child
Asked by E.B. from Portland
on December 31, 2008
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My four year old is VERY high energy. Most people who spend at least 30 minutes with him understand what I am saying. He never stops. From 7am to 8:30pm. The child wil...
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- The first thing to realize is you and your husband are not alone! One of my closest friends has 2 like yours and my husband and i are one of the few people that can he...
- I took my son swimming once a week at the Mountlake Terrace pool. It was the only activity that could compete with my son's energy levels. Perhaps they could swim in...
- If you feel like your son is outside the norm, it is worth talking to your doctor about. Your doctor may have additional ideas for you, or may be able to help you fig...
High Calorie Recipes
Asked by D.H. from Canton
on June 13, 2011
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My daughter is 5 and is very underweight. Her doctor just tells me to give her peanut butter and milkshakes. I'm looking for some high calorie foods to give her sinc...
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- My dd was under the 5th percentile too...ask about zinc supplements. It helped improve dd's appetite.
- throw tons of cheese in everything you give her! cheese is great because its so versitile! good luck!
- Does she like Bacon? My kids will eat as much as I put in front of them. Add bacon, cheese, whole milk and butter to everything. How about Homemade Mac N Chees...
