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cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want19 -
manderson27 wrote: »My husband has high cholesterol. He is West Indian. He has never been overweight, always eaten healthy, excercised regularly. His cholesterol is high due to genetics. He tried to get it lower with changes to his diet. Less red meat, more fish, fruit, veg, also using cholesterol lowering drinks and spreads. But although it came down a little he still has to take statins.
You need to discuss your treatment with your medical team so you know exactly what you need to do to get it lower.
Your right and I will. I found out mine may be genetic0 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Do you have kidney problems? And don't worry so much about what you eat for weight gain. Worry about how much.6 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Weight gain is caused by eating too many calories. Protein is no worse for weight gain than fat or carbs. In fact many people find that eating more protein helps them feel full longer with less food, making it easier for them to stay within a calorie goal.10 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Whoever told you this is wrong.12 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Who told you this and why did you believe them?
Meat is high in protein, yes. That’s not a bad thing, we need plenty of protein.
Meat will not cause weight gain unless you overeat it. As you have been told several times already, weight loss has nothing to do with what you eat, only how many calories you eat.11 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Who told you this? Stop listening that that person. Only one thing causes weight eating more calories than you burn. That happens whether it is calories from protein, fat, or carbs, whether it is meat or grains or fruits or beans, or whatever.
It sounds like you are in very big need of getting advice from a professional (or at least listening to the knowledgeable people on this board), and not listening to unscientific theories.12 -
So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
Yeeeeeeeeeah, that's not how it works. Eating less calories than you burn equals weight loss. Eating more calories than you burn equals weight gain.
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cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Who told you this? Stop listening that that person. Only one thing causes weight eating more calories than you burn. That happens whether it is calories from protein, fat, or carbs, whether it is meat or grains or fruits or beans, or whatever.
It sounds like you are in very big need of getting advice from a professional (or at least listening to the knowledgeable people on this board), and not listening to unscientific theories.
Are you a professional?12 -
Which value in particular was high? I have been a vegetarian for 26 years. About 10 years ago, I had a high overall cholesterol reading, but the main contributor was my triglycerides. The doctor I was seeing at the time recommended stopping refined carbohydrates so I switched to whole grains for everything and my cholesterol turned around completely, and I have maintained good values in the decade since with my last three total cholesterol readings being 150, 150, and 149. (I also started taking algae-based omega-3 DHA/EPA supplements but fish oil would work if you are not vegetarian.)
That advice may not help if triglycerides aren't your problem.3 -
Going low carb will certainly help along with regular exercise. Recently I heard a few doctors and scientists speaking about how going low carb helps with our overall health. All of them kept saying cholesterol never kills, but diabetes does, and that carbohydrates is the culprit. Try to avoid eating anything you are allergic to. After one year or so you could gradually add one food item that you are allergic back in your diet and see how it goes.
Eggs are good, and doesn't affect our cholesterol levels according to what I've researched.26 -
What was your HDL in relation to your LDL?
There are certain foods than can help lower LDL cholesterol (the bad kind) including foods huigh in soluble fibre such as oatmeal (my go to breakfast most days) and psyllium (Metamucil) and fish like salmon (omega-3 fatty acids) you'd mentioned some food allergies which may limit your choices.
https://mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/cholesterol/art-20045192
You may be one of the unfortunate people who still end up on medications despite lifestyle modifications due to genetics.5 -
Going low carb will certainly help along with regular exercise. Recently I heard a few doctors and scientists speaking about how going low carb helps with our overall health. All of them kept saying cholesterol never kills, but diabetes does, and that carbohydrates is the culprit. Try to avoid eating anything you are allergic to. After one year or so you could gradually add one food item that you are allergic back in your diet and see how it goes.
Eggs are good, and doesn't affect our cholesterol levels according to what I've researched.
Carbs don't cause diabetes. Diabetes is multi-faceted, but its largely believed that obesity, genetics, inactivity, drinking/smoking, and race play the biggest role.14 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Weight gain is caused by eating too many calories. Protein is no worse for weight gain than fat or carbs. In fact many people find that eating more protein helps them feel full longer with less food, making it easier for them to stay within a calorie goal.
Overeating on protein, if anything, is better since protein is the least likely to convert to fat. I will have to find the last study by Eric Helms (i believe), but it was something like 1% could be broken down and stored in adipose.5 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Protein doesn't cause weight gain...calories in excess of what you need to maintain the status quo results in weight gains. Weight management is about calories (energy).
A diet higher in protein is actually good when losing weight because it preserves muscle mass. It also has the highest TEF of anything you can eat which means it requires more calories to breakdown and digest than anything you eat.
A calorie is a unit of energy. Depending on your age, height, and weight and overall activity level, you require XXXX calories (energy) to maintain the status quo. When you consume more calories (energy) than you require, that energy is stored for later use as body fat...it's basically your backup generator. When you consume fewer calories than your body requires, that deficiency has to be made up for...so your backup generator kicks on and you burn body fat to reconcile the deficiency.7 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Assuming you are in the US, ask your doctor for a referral to a registered dietitian (not a nutritionist.)
You have mentioned a lot of food myths in this one thread. I think your best bet at sorting them out is with the help of a dietitian.12 -
If you are this concerned about your cholesterol ask your doctor to order you an x-ray to see if there is plaque build-up in your arteries.
You need to take a moment and calm yourself though. This news is not terminal and you should not treat it that way. It could be very temporary condition caused by weight loss. Your doctor has not even prescribed a statin for you yet, right? You may not even need one.
You would benefit from seeing a registered dietition though so you can separate the truth from the malarkey that you have been told.9 -
cwolfman13 wrote: »So, I just got my lab results back that my thyroid is great but my cholesterol is high. I've been eating fairly healthy and very very low junk/processed food (once every 8 to 10 days) But for some reason I can't seem to lower my cholesterol. I work out 3 days a week for an hour + I do and extensive amount of cardio outside of the gym (I rack up about 700 active minutes a week alone, according to my fitness app)
My allergies are the following: all nuts, avocado, seafood except fish and oysters, some fruits and vegetables, chick peas, green beans, etc. but I've been eating them anyways and taking a zyrtec for the allergic reaction that may happen.
What should I eat on a low cholesterol diet? I guess no more eggs for me.
I think the bigger question here is why are you eating foods you're allergic to and depending on an OTC allergy medicine to avert what could turn into anaphylaxis?
What choice do I have? Healthy foods equals weight loss and unhealthy foods equals weight gain
There are a whole variety of healthful foods out there you can eat without resorting to eating foods you are allergic to.Eat Cheerios and whole grains, they are supposed to help.
No but seriously, if it's genetics then it's genetics and you don't have to feel at fault. Definitely limiting fats/red meat in your diet and eating fiber will help, but there may not be a ton you can do. Your doctor should be better able to advise you.
Eat eggs. They're good for you, delicious and do not influence your cholesterol whatsoever.
I hardly eat meat now. Mostly just fish and I'm kinda sick of it
Why aren't you eating meat? Chicken, beef, pork, etc are perfectly healthy...there's no need to eat nothing but fish. Eating leaner cuts (and there are plenty of lean cuts of chicken, beef, and pork) will help keep calories down...it may also help with the cholesterol issue by reducing saturated fat...but there's absolutely nothing wrong with other cuts of meat.
I got my cholesterol down for a bit...the biggest thing was losing weight and getting in regular exercise. I also started eating more fibrous foods like oats, lentils, beans, etc and increased my veg and fruit (though I don't eat things I'm allergic to like bananas).
Unfortunately, I have an uphill battle with this given both sides of my family have a history of high cholesterol so it is more likely than not that I'll be on meds at some point despite good livin'.
I was told eating meat is high in protein and can cause weight gain - which I don't want
Weight gain is caused by eating too many calories. Protein is no worse for weight gain than fat or carbs. In fact many people find that eating more protein helps them feel full longer with less food, making it easier for them to stay within a calorie goal.
Overeating on protein, if anything, is better since protein is the least likely to convert to fat. I will have to find the last study by Eric Helms (i believe), but it was something like 1% could be broken down and stored in adipose.
For those people who don't understand the impacts of over feeding with various nutrient compositions.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5786199/
"In conclusion, it is evident that overfeeding on carbohydrate and/or fat results in body composition alterations that are different than overfeeding on protein. It is commonly believed that 3,500 kcal is equivalent to 0.45 kg (1 pound) of fat and that changing energy balance in accordance with this will produce predictable changes in body weight. However, the overfeeding literature to date does not support this assertion. Dietary protein appears to have a protective effect against fat gain during times of energy surplus, especially when combined with resistance training. Therefore, the evidence suggests that dietary protein may be the key macronutrient in terms of promoting positive changes in body composition."10 -
Cool.
There are some numbers that are more important than others. Triglycerides, A1C, HDL, LDL-P (not really tested), and CRP are better correlation factors.3
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