Cholesterol

boomerkae
boomerkae Posts: 217 Member
edited November 2024 in Social Groups
Preop, my cholesterol was about 170. At my six month check, 212. I couldn't believe it. I have never had cholesterol this high. Anyone else see it go up, or have ideas what foods could be causing this? Perhaps since I'm not eating any whole wheat bread, bagels, English muffins? No good grains? I see the NP tomorrow for my 6month check, but interested in your thoughts!

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  • janet0513
    janet0513 Posts: 564 Member
    That can sometimes happen with low carb. What you really need to look at is your HDL, LDL, triglycerides and your ratios. Total cholesterol is just one picture. Eating too low (starvation/fasting) can also increase overall cholesterol.
  • pawoodhull
    pawoodhull Posts: 1,759 Member
    Yes, mine did. It came back down as I was able to eat more vegtables and I also cut back on red meat. Although red meat has higher protein counts, the cholesterol is higher too.
  • boomerkae
    boomerkae Posts: 217 Member
    Thanks. My HDL came up 10pts, but my LDL came up so much more! NP today didn't seem too concerned. Just completely weirded me out! Hoping a little oatmeal here and there and more veggies will help!
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