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How to Lower My Triglycerides and up the Good Cholesterol.
Asked by Y.D. from Chicago
on May 13, 2010
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I had gestational diabetes with all 3 pregnancies. It went away after the first two, but after the last pregnancy it didn't and currently I have type 2 diabetes. I am ...
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- Hi Y. - how your body produces cholesterol is largely based on genetics. I had blood work done by Berkeley Heart Labs through a cardiologist that was able to tell me ...
- I feel your pain! My husband's cholesterol is currently 400 and his trigs are more than 400 and his HDL is only 19. He is on heavy medication and a vegetarian diet, ...
- Y., My husband had triglycerides that high. Besides putting you at risk for heart disease, you are also at risk for pancreitis. I consulted with a clinical nutritio...
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.
Soy Formula
Asked by N.L. from Dallas
on June 18, 2007
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I would like and appreciate any help whether negative or positive on the subject of soy formula vs. regular formula. I am breast feeding but supplementing w/ soy afte...
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- HI N., I just wanted to let you know that we fed our little girl Soy formula the first yr of her life and she did great! She wasn't able to drink the regular stuff ...
- I am doing the same thing. I breastfeed as much as I can and I supplement with soy formula when I work. I was pumping, but two electic pumps broke and i can't afford...
- My son was put on soy formula (was in NICU for a week--long story) because of an intolerance of regular formula & his reflux. He drank that for the first year, switch...
Resveratol and Dermapril
Asked by K.H. from Kansas City
on August 1, 2009
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Has anyone tried either Resveratol and or Dermapril? I've read a few articles about them and they really seem to good to be true. Any comments, concerns, or advice w...
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- One thing to keep in mind with these drugs is that they have not been tested long-term in people. Resveratrol was only discovered to work in yeast about 10 years a go...
- Hi K.~ I use a resveratrol product called Vivix. It is made from trans-resveratrol. It is the real deal. I don't have time to go into it now, but here is a quick link...
- I am taking 100 mg of Resveratrol and feel so much more energy and a feeling of well-being. I try to remember to take in the AM as it will keep me awake if I take late...
Can You Challenge a Wellness Test?
Asked by R.P. from Chicago
on November 10, 2010
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Hello All,
Next year's insurance premiums depend on our participation in a wellness program. We had to mail forms in and wait for a lab document to be mailed back ...
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- Hello.. I currently work for a Biometrics screening company (the company that completes the Blood pressure, cholesterol screening etc.) for various associates of th...
- Mommy P: When you are looking for life insurance, the will run a paramed with blood and urine. Your rate class will be determined based on that, not what your welln...
- I would think that because your weight, cholesterol, blood pressure etc were very likely affected by your pregnancy, that you should be allowed to re-take the test. It...
Fertility Questions!!!!
Asked by H.W. from Atlanta
on November 7, 2008
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My brother & sister-n-law have been trying to conceive since June. She has a 2 year old son from a previous relationship. She hasn't had a period in 3 years. Her docto...
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- Since I have PCOS that's the first theing that popped into my head. I've had 5 pregnancies and three births. The other two were miscarriages. Long stints of no cycl...
- Hi H., I agree with Mimi... There has to be a reason her body is not working correctly! I would advice the detox of her home, diet and body. Tell her to see a chirop...
- Does she have any medical/female problems such as PCOS or endometriosis? I, too, would either not bleed or not stop(for months), but never ovulated. I can give you lot...
High Cholesterol Remedies
Asked by J.C. from Los Angeles
on May 14, 2008
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My husband just had blood work done and his cholesterol levels have shot up big time and his good cholesterol is low. his eating habits are not the greatest, somethin...
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- Dear Jamie, Please check out www.zeoliteinfo.com. Also www.agarigold.com. You will find some interesting facts at these two websites. I have been in the health a...
- Melaleuca has a wonderful proven herbal supplement called Phytomega that will help him lower his cholesterol safely and it's only $20.24 for a months supply. I would ...
- You have to find the reason why his cholesterol shot up so fast. Eating better and exercise may not be the answer. However in most cases, increase fiber and water,...
Has Anyone Heard of or Used Monavie Acai Berry Juice?
Asked by L.M. from St. Louis
on May 2, 2008
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My sister in California sent me two bottles of this juice that is supposed to have antioxidants and vitamins in it. I tried it yesterday and it gave me so much energy...
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- My husband was going to sell it. It is expensive. We had one bottle sent to the house a month and it was $40 out of our account. I guess it is cheaper per bottle if yo...
- Monavie does not have much acai..or at least they don't list the amount since it's a propietary blend. I just buy acai in caplet form and am getting 100% acai...I've ...
- I haven't heard of that brand but the acai berry is supposed to be great for you. I've had it in the V8 Fusion juice and its really good! I don't think I got any extra...
My Son
Asked by A.R. from Philadelphia
on January 27, 2008
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my son is 2 and weighs 64lbs and all and has high chlostrol what kind of diet can I put him on and stuff that would be healthy for him
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- I'm assuming you have already talked to your son's pediatrician since you know he has high cholesterol. Did he happen to recommend a dietitian? Something like this r...
- Hey, A.! It's so good you realize setting his eating up well and fixing these issues now is important. You can do it! I have a two year old, and here is a sample of...
- I would definately talk to your child's doctor about exactly what you should be feeding your child. I suspect that the doctor will tell you what I would advise as wel...
High Cholesetrol
Asked by A.L. from San Francisco
on October 19, 2008
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I have high cholesterol according my blood test. Does anyone has some good suggestions on food and soup recipes? Any other ways to build up my LCL and lower my HCD? I...
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- Hi A., I would like to reinforce the info about Omega III fatty acids being very good for cholesterol. Also, a nutritional product that I take for that is called G...
- Hi A., My cholesterol used to be high and now it's very low. I take high quality supplements and I think that was a large part of the decrease initially, but it real...
- As a physician I couldn't resist this one....your good cholesterol (called your HDL) can be increased with fish oil supplements, and other things that contain omega-3 ...
