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my cholesterol level is 298 - can I lower this through diet and exercise?

agness
10/07/08
agness
Topics:High Cholesterol
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DianeGBS
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DianeGBS is early 50's, white female, 5'1", 30 lbs overwt

I was the picture of good health until I turned 35 then I don't know...

Thursday, October 09, 2008

Agnes-  All I can tell you is what happened to me: I could not lower my levels by diet change and exercise, it had to be by medication.  I discussed the reason why with the doctor and dietician; they concurred that my high cholesterol must be familial, that is, inherited.  Inherited high cholesterol is a 'bugger' to work with.  Only you will come to determine which type you have after you give your body about 3 months - yes, 3 months is a good goal - to see if you lower your levels through diet and exercise. Best of luck to you. -Diane

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