Need help to lower cholesterol

dianeEESI

I've lost 30 pounds (took 6 months) I went to the doctor and had blood work done and was shocked that my total cholesterol is 300, the doctor put me on a statin (I'm 54 female). I'm so bummed . I'm going to change to a plant based diet and wonder where i can get my protein. I kept eatting at a deficit but was trying to get 100g. of protein, I suppose it was the wrong proteins( a lot of meat, thus saturated fat) I only have 10 more pounds to lose but I have to worry now about getting off the meds. .. To clarify I hadn't been to a doc in several years and last time I was there my total cholesterol was 240 so it was high, I wanted to lose weight before I went back hoping that was the cause, very bummed now. My Hdl was 64. So looking for a way to get proteins, drop my last 10 pounds and get off meds, Any help would be very appreciated .

atypicalsmith

You need to talk to your doctor; he/she knows best for your particular needs.

Cryptonomnomicon

Talk to your doctor, maybe follow up with a reputable dietician, otherwise here are some links concerning plant based protein sources. Also consider protein shakes to help you achieve your protien goals as there are plenty of plant based ones available.

http://www.savvyvegetarian.com/articles/plant-food-protein-chart.pdf

http://www.22daysnutrition.com/blog/2013/05/01/15-vegan-sources-of-protein-soy-free-and-gluten-free-too/

But once again advice from strangers on the internet is no substitute for guidance from professionals who are more familiar with your situation and also much more likely to be more qualified in how to help lower your Cholesterol.

lemurcat12

atypicalsmith wrote: »

You need to talk to your doctor; he/she knows best for your particular needs.

This. Lots of times doctors will try a low cholesterol diet to see if you are one of the minority of people who respond. Did your doctor discuss with you dietary ways of trying to address it or your weight goals? I'd ask about that and for a referral to a dietician.