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kathy76
posted 01/07/2008, comments (12)

Just diagnosed with very high triglycerides and very scared!

I was just dianosed with having high cholesterol. It was the actual triglyceride level that was INCREDIBLY high at 1211, yes you read that right. My doctor put me on Antara and just told me to change my diet and exercise more. I am a 31 yr old, non smoking, 5'2" female and weight 203 lbs. I was at 240lbs last year. He also told me the... Read moreChevron
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Dr. William Davis

Dr. William Davis

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posted 12/10/2007, comment (1)

Find out how to reduce triglycerides!

In his previous post, Dr. Davis explained what triglycerides are and why they are so important. In this blog he will describe different methods for controlling your triglyceride numbers.  Here are the strategies to consider:Reduction in processed carbohydrates - Snacks like corn and potato chips, and wheat-flour containing foods like breads,... Read moreChevron
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Dr. William Davis

Dr. William Davis

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Heart Disease Specialist
posted 12/05/2007, comment (1)

Triglycerides: One of the most important numbers on your cholesterol panel

Do you know what triglycerides are?  Triglycerides are that number included at the end of every cholesterol panel. You know, the one your doctor usually ignores and most people don't even know is there.  What exactly does this neglected value mean? Triglycerides are a basic building block for the very first... Read moreChevron
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