I went to the doctor and my LDL was 203. He told me to get healthy. No alcohol, exercise daily, lose weight... and no more Little Caesars, fast food, red meat, and sugar. He said eat salads, fruit, veggies, protein shakes, and chicken breast. I followed his orders and lost 30 pounds in 3 months and now my LDL is 97!
Wow, your doctor didn't immediately mention putting you on a statin? That's a great doctor. I'm looking for another one as I'd rather go the natural route than synthetics.
@@saywhat3654 got a check up 2 weeks ago my ldl was 208. My doc said if i lose weight and take the statin meds that my level will drop and that maybe in a year he could cut my dose in half. I did a shit ton of research and unfortunately paid for the damn medication already (only $30 after my insurance) but i aint taking it. I wanna do it naturally as well and so thats what im doing.
I gained 7 pounds and my cholesterol shot up 30 points in 3 months. I eat a healthy diet very little dairy, lots of veggies and fruit, lean meats rarely eat red meat only grass fed. I walk about 3-5 miles 5 days a week and weight lift.
Genetics play a huge role in this, I eat healthy/ lean but always test at or above 200 where my brother in law eats awful (i can count the times I saw him eat a vegetable, drinks tons of sugary drinks, red meat, starches, and dessert is the only thing he finishes on his plate, drinks alcohol, smokes, is obese sweats sitting in a chair, yet his numbers are well below 200. Go figure?
Just had a blood test with not great results. I am a gym nut I stopped because I was studying and under pressure, so no time. Gonna get right back into it. I am fully vegan now. I check everything that I eat. I only have one life. Very unusual for a fit guy like me. I train in Mauy Thai but for a few months I was not controlling my diet. Its all change now. Gonna get my LDL down naturally. I had my warning. Thanks Doc👍🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Well, here I am, a relatively fit 32 years old guy who was under the impression that high cholesterol doesn't concern him, yet the results say otherwise. Thanks for the great informative video!
so I had 264 cholesterol and the other one is high too both high. My doctor wanted to start me on Lipitor, which ruins the muscles in your legs and I said no she said OK. Well, let’s do a heart scan and see how much plaque is in your arteries well, I took the heart scan and she called me. She said you have zero plaque in your arteries and the reason why is because I was drinking a half cup to one cup of pomegranate juice a day for a month then after that, I started drinking it a couple times a week plus I would take pomegranate tablets four times a week but the first month you keep drinking it❤❤
I was drinking Pom pomegranate juice, but sometimes it’s hard to find if they’re out of it so I went to the pomegranate tablets you get at the Health food store take that twice a day every day for a month and you’ll be as clean as a whistle. I buy source naturals pomegranate extract tablets they are slim and easy to swallow. You can take it on an empty stomach won’t bother you at all and I take it twice a day and clean out your arteries and veins just like a Drano does to your pipes. also keep plaque out of your brain.
I agree with you about olive oil Being a healthy choice, but you mentioned, canola oil, and I have been told that this increases inflammation. What do you think about that?
Thank you!! All you said is 100% truth about and on how to decrease and increase the bad and good Cholesterol. After I've married, my lifestyle has 100% changed and now unfortunately developing bad health problems. Thank You again! That lifestyle and exercise plus setting a goal in life are just like you mentioned super-duper important for everyone. May God bless!! you.
Great video! You explained the natural ways to lower cholesterol really well. As a qualified Nutritionist, I completely agree that the best way to lower cholesterol is by changing your diet and including the right foods that help lower ldl levels.
Kudos for the Video clip! Apologies for butting in, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you researched - Riddleagan Surviving Death Remedy (should be on google have a look)? It is a great one of a kind guide for reducing your cholesterol level without the normal expense. Ive heard some great things about it and my friend Sam at last got amazing results with it.
Thanks for the Video clip! Sorry for chiming in, I am interested in your thoughts. Have you researched - Riddleagan Surviving Death Remedy (should be on google have a look)? It is a great exclusive product for reducing your cholesterol level without the hard work. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my friend Sam at very last got amazing success with it.
24 y'o 2017 - my first medcheck 240 total cholestrol 25 y'o 2018 - went down to 220 26 y'o 2019 - went to 160 28 y'o 2021 - back again 260 ATH Covid make me unactive, and eat too much... time to start again.. thanks for the information doc
Your cholesterol was never even high, just borderline okay. And at only 25, it’s not an issue. At 70, I can see the need to control and monitor. I know people with 320 and up total cholesterol, and that’s a little high if you’re elderly. Cholesterol is essential for life, it’s often given a bad reputation in order to boost medication sales
Your'e the man bro thanks for the tips i think fasting and more exercise and only eating salmon and tuna and beans from here on out is something I am going to aim for plus fruits ,vegetables, garlic and cayenne.
im with ya ,i prefer no meds my hubby has high c also and bad reactions to statins so we eat right to lower it natural also high blood pressure with foods to lower
Fantastic! You are one of the good ones. 🎉 Keep putting things out on how we can work with nature and good nutrition to stay away from unnecessary medicines. Thank you.
@@GG-pd6yp cut carbs by 70%, all sugar, up ur exercise and water intake. For drinks get zevia flavored drinks or flavcity keto lemonade and grapefruit powder. Increase green veggies. Oatmeal, chia seeds ground flax seed, spinach, cauliflower and brocolli also helped me. Think green!
My cholesterol went from 209-245 LDL in last four yrs from 27-32, currently drink 4-9 shots a day, eat cheese, eggs, salami, fried potatoes, fried fish, milk shakes, ground pork and beef, bacon, lots of butter, creamer, creamy soups as my entire diet, no veggies or fruit or grains for probably 12 years. Most of the time I’m 5ft 2in 103lbs and a personal trainer, I look super healthy but I’m not
Thank you very much!!! it sad the doctors that we have don't give you the option to tell you how to avoid things and how to add things they'd rather medicate you with cholesterol medicine my dad was overly processed with cholesterol medicine and potassium which make his feet feel unnatural
Great video, with good detail. The odd word tow2ards the end I didn't catch and could have done with a screen wording so I could get the word. Overall loved the good advice as I start my cholesterol lowering journey. Thank you
Appreciate Video! Sorry for the intrusion, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you thought about - Riddleagan Surviving Death Remedy (search on google)? It is a great exclusive product for reducing your cholesterol level minus the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my best friend Jordan at last got great results with it.
@@ghostmae2405 Trying too. Still eat yummy fatting food a couple times a week. If I don't I tend to get depressed knowing I can't eat sometime that taste great.
Very helpful suggestions and ideas . I'm not overweight and eat pretty well but need to up my exercise level and lose 8lbs or so. I will also start taking Red Yeast rice supplements. I don't take any pharmaceuticals, only natural supplements and have just discovered that I have Sjogrens Syndrome an autoimmune thing.
My cholesterol level was in the 700!? I don’t know how that’s even possible. I’ve cut out the red meat, fast food, snacks, and I’m only drinking water. Already lost some weight and feel much better. I was prescribed meds as well.
Thanks doctor for this very informative video. I have one question though which i hope you will be able to clarify for me. Does eating EGGS raise bad cholesterol levels? If so, how many eggs in a week can we eat to avoid its harmful effects. Would appreciate a reply. Thanks and God bless
It does have more cholesterol but it doesn’t seem to raise our cholesterol. It is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids which have a lot of benefit. So in moderation, it’s a good thing!
Great, helpful, informative vid, but I'm sitting in my truck w the audio all the way up to hear it. No way I'd be able to hear it on my phone. Maybe up the volume for the next one... or speak up 🤷♂️
Well done Erik , super video and so well delivered to with all the necessary advice and directions. You are so natural on camera I am surprised that a tv company hasn't offered you a contract yet !
My doctor recently done a blood test and discovered I have very high cholesterol. I was stupefied as I exercise regularly (go to the gym 4 times a week), don't drink, don't smoke, eat healthy , rarely eat junk food and the majority of my food is 85% unprocessed. Turns out my family, on both sides, has a history of having high cholesterol. A double whammy. I'm currently on medication to lower my cholesterol.
Sometimes medication is necessary along with healthy lifestyle. I also exercise regularly and eat healthy but need to take medication to lower my triglycerides. Keep up the good work!
I am the very same never smoked or drank alcohol eat healthy walk every day do yoga my family can’t believe it I have high cholesterol high ish blood pressure getting it down going through menopause my mother was a chain smoker eats crisps cakes everyday at 84 never had a problem I am having to go on statins
Hi I am a healthy 70 yr old male on zero meds and lead a healthy life with exercise options that include weight training, tennis, yoga, skiing, spin bike ,stair climbing and mountain bike riding. I have never met my present doctor, when my former doctor passed in 2020 I was assigned to another doctor in his office. Have had no issues so have had no in person visits but every year they call me and I under go bloodwork. I have had no CV incidents nor is there a family history. I am 5' 10" 170 lbs or less and my morning BP is 100/60. My resting HR in the AM averages 66 BPM. After my most recent bloodwork ( non fasting and when i had a cold ) I received a call from a nurse in the office and said because my LDL was 4.25 , no other numbers were given, i(.e. total cholesterol or HDL ) and that i was at risk for a heart event and i should go on statins. ALL other measured tests in my bloodwork were normal. I refused. DO you think I could lower my LDL from the steps in your presentation ? My diet is normal and baanced. Thanks peter
Cholesterol essential for health: It is 30% of the cell membrane where it provides fluidity and transport functions; it is the precursor for the production of testosterone, oestrogen and Vitamin D. As dietary cholesterol is esterified it is very poorly absorbed in the gut and so has little effect on blood cholesterol. Therefore the body has to make most of the cholesterol it needs. The organ with the most cholesterol is the brain, which is why a diet high in saturated fats cures epilepsy.
Thanks for this video my cardiologist acts like he doesn't really have time to explain things to me and just wants to push statins. Even the nurses I talk to they act like they know stuff but I really don't think they do because they can't even tell me what my test results mean.
I love how every doctor tells you to do something different, I was just watching another doctor that told me almost the opposite of what this doctor is saying! How is that possible?
I am 32, Recently Nov of 2023 i😢 diagnosed with 301 total high blood cholesterol, HDL 54 and LDL 235 and 3 months ago i AUG of 2023 my total cholesterol was 205, HDL 49, LDL 156, just because i went throught keto diet very low carbohydrate intake from end of AUG to NOV and from OCT to NOV i increase meat consumption due to my weight keep on dropping from 90kg drop to 85 in the middle of OCT, therefore in the middle of OCT i started to eat 1 meal of fried chicken chop per week and plenty of vegetable daily, exercise 3 times a week, now my cholesterol go up crazy, hope to control it and pull it down
I'm not over weight I'm active I eat well,have all my life. Have had high cholesterol since I was 20,60 now. When I try to take more things out of my diet it goes higher. Smh. Screw it lol
The funny thing is that, I try to watch what I eat and exercise 5 days a week and still my cholesterol is high. Doctor says it’s genetics. Whatever.🤦🏻♂️. If that wasn’t enough , my wife eats whatever she wants and doesn’t really exercise as much I DO and her cholesterol is NORMAL!!!🤷🏽♂️😤. Really?! Really?! This stresses me out, cause now I have to take blood pressure pills and now probably cholesterol pills.☹️. Getting old sucks!!!🤦🏻♂️
Can losing weight with IF and low carbs cause LDL to rise a bit. I lost 30 over 3 months and had blood work done. Rose a little but not "high" yet. Doc was confused but I did eat more meat than usual but no butters, oils etc. I read cholesterol leaving the body might make it rise temporarily. Any thoughts?
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I went to the doctor and my LDL was 203. He told me to get healthy. No alcohol, exercise daily, lose weight... and no more Little Caesars, fast food, red meat, and sugar. He said eat salads, fruit, veggies, protein shakes, and chicken breast. I followed his orders and lost 30 pounds in 3 months and now my LDL is 97!
Wow, your doctor didn't immediately mention putting you on a statin? That's a great doctor. I'm looking for another one as I'd rather go the natural route than synthetics.
@@saywhat3654 got a check up 2 weeks ago my ldl was 208. My doc said if i lose weight and take the statin meds that my level will drop and that maybe in a year he could cut my dose in half. I did a shit ton of research and unfortunately paid for the damn medication already (only $30 after my insurance) but i aint taking it. I wanna do it naturally as well and so thats what im doing.
@@ryancolon4119 Good for you! I wish you all the best!
Wow!
This is encouraging, my doctor told me the same today. Let's see what happens in three months 💪🏽
Just came from my doctor not a good report but it's encouraging to see I can turn this around i will do better
Same just happened to me, we got this!✊🏾
34 years old with cholesterol level of 288. way way high. now trying to eat healthy and exercise. dont want to die young
Most people won't do it but try cutting out all dairy.
I just learned from another dietitian, an apple a day pectin and bean's 4 times a week she said fish several times a week.
Thank you for the explanation.
I gained 7 pounds and my cholesterol shot up 30 points in 3 months. I eat a healthy diet very little dairy, lots of veggies and fruit, lean meats rarely eat red meat only grass fed. I walk about 3-5 miles 5 days a week and weight lift.
Genetics play a huge role in this, I eat healthy/ lean but always test at or above 200 where my brother in law eats awful (i can count the times I saw him eat a vegetable, drinks tons of sugary drinks, red meat, starches, and dessert is the only thing he finishes on his plate, drinks alcohol, smokes, is obese sweats sitting in a chair, yet his numbers are well below 200. Go figure?
Just had a blood test with not great results. I am a gym nut I stopped because I was studying and under pressure, so no time. Gonna get right back into it. I am fully vegan now. I check everything that I eat. I only have one life. Very unusual for a fit guy like me. I train in Mauy Thai but for a few months I was not controlling my diet. Its all change now. Gonna get my LDL down naturally. I had my warning. Thanks Doc👍🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Don't forget to sleep well and reduce your stress, too! All the tips in the video are a helpful reminder for me. Thanks!
I get at least 7 hours of sleep!
J jk jk
Well, here I am, a relatively fit 32 years old guy who was under the impression that high cholesterol doesn't concern him, yet the results say otherwise. Thanks for the great informative video!
Same! Doctors dont take me serious and yet im like borderline stroke
so I had 264 cholesterol and the other one is high too both high. My doctor wanted to start me on Lipitor, which ruins the muscles in your legs and I said no she said OK. Well, let’s do a heart scan and see how much plaque is in your arteries well, I took the heart scan and she called me. She said you have zero plaque in your arteries and the reason why is because I was drinking a half cup to one cup of pomegranate juice a day for a month then after that, I started drinking it a couple times a week plus I would take pomegranate tablets four times a week but the first month you keep drinking it❤❤
What brand do you drink. Looking for one without sugar.
What type of juice , pure from the fruit it self or the one in the box tell me so I can start drinking
I was drinking Pom pomegranate juice, but sometimes it’s hard to find if they’re out of it so I went to the pomegranate tablets you get at the Health food store take that twice a day every day for a month and you’ll be as clean as a whistle. I buy source naturals pomegranate extract tablets they are slim and easy to swallow. You can take it on an empty stomach won’t bother you at all and I take it twice a day and clean out your arteries and veins just like a Drano does to your pipes. also keep plaque out of your brain.
The pomegranate extract tablets contain no sugar at all and I get it by source naturals is the maker.
I agree with you about olive oil Being a healthy choice, but you mentioned, canola oil, and I have been told that this increases inflammation. What do you think about that?
That bad oil can cause Cancer
Thank you!! All you said is 100% truth about and on how to decrease and increase the bad and good Cholesterol. After I've married, my lifestyle has 100% changed and now unfortunately developing bad health problems.
Thank You again! That lifestyle and exercise plus setting a goal in life are just like you mentioned super-duper important for everyone.
May God bless!! you.
wow - a real doctor without a quick-fix message! Thanks so much for the information and the calm presentation. Feels doable.
I love cholesterol. I like the way sun shines on the cholesterol component in my skin and triggers the process of making Vitamin D. Nature is awesome!
Great video! You explained the natural ways to lower cholesterol really well. As a qualified Nutritionist, I completely agree that the best way to lower cholesterol is by changing your diet and including the right foods that help lower ldl levels.
Kudos for the Video clip! Apologies for butting in, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you researched - Riddleagan Surviving Death Remedy (should be on google have a look)? It is a great one of a kind guide for reducing your cholesterol level without the normal expense. Ive heard some great things about it and my friend Sam at last got amazing results with it.
Thanks for the Video clip! Sorry for chiming in, I am interested in your thoughts. Have you researched - Riddleagan Surviving Death Remedy (should be on google have a look)? It is a great exclusive product for reducing your cholesterol level without the hard work. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my friend Sam at very last got amazing success with it.
@@carlosroman586 m ml
Can't believe he didn't talk about sugar intake
What a lot of rubbish😂😂😂
24 y'o 2017 - my first medcheck 240 total cholestrol
25 y'o 2018 - went down to 220
26 y'o 2019 - went to 160
28 y'o 2021 - back again 260 ATH
Covid make me unactive, and eat too much...
time to start again.. thanks for the information doc
What did you do before to lower your cholesterol
What were you doing before to
lower it, please share with us🙏
What was your ldl all those years if you don't mind me asking :)
Your cholesterol was never even high, just borderline okay. And at only 25, it’s not an issue. At 70, I can see the need to control and monitor.
I know people with 320 and up total cholesterol, and that’s a little high if you’re elderly. Cholesterol is essential for life, it’s often given a bad reputation in order to boost medication sales
Your'e the man bro thanks for the tips i think fasting and more exercise and only eating salmon and tuna and beans from here on out is something I am going to aim for plus fruits ,vegetables, garlic and cayenne.
im with ya ,i prefer no meds my hubby has high c also and bad reactions to statins so we eat right to lower it natural also high blood pressure with foods to lower
I have gone weekday vegan. Lots of brands soups and salads...
Trying to get of statins, this is very helpful, thank you 🙏
My cholesterol raised 45 points and out of normal range during these past few months. I need to set a goal to lower my cholesterol and glucose.
Should have many more views in my opinion
*Straight to the point with the most chill voice, thanks doc*
Fantastic!
You are one of the good ones. 🎉 Keep putting things out on how we can work with nature and good nutrition to stay away from unnecessary medicines.
Thank you.
I just received my blood test results and my LDL number is elevated and HDL is low. Thank you for posting this, it's clear and very informative.
same here... All numbers EXCEPT LDL is higher than the ideal range... but I can't figure out WHAT to do to help that specifically...anybody know?
@@GG-pd6yp cut carbs by 70%, all sugar, up ur exercise and water intake. For drinks get zevia flavored drinks or flavcity keto lemonade and grapefruit powder. Increase green veggies. Oatmeal, chia seeds ground flax seed, spinach, cauliflower and brocolli also helped me. Think green!
My cholesterol went from 209-245 LDL in last four yrs from 27-32, currently drink 4-9 shots a day, eat cheese, eggs, salami, fried potatoes, fried fish, milk shakes, ground pork and beef, bacon, lots of butter, creamer, creamy soups as my entire diet, no veggies or fruit or grains for probably 12 years. Most of the time I’m 5ft 2in 103lbs and a personal trainer, I look super healthy but I’m not
😮
Thank you for putting this content online. I really appreciate you.
❤thank you Doc Erik for a very reliable infos about health.GOD BLESS
Thank you very much!!! it sad the doctors that we have don't give you the option to tell you how to avoid things and how to add things they'd rather medicate you with cholesterol medicine my dad was overly processed with cholesterol medicine and potassium which make his feet feel unnatural
Green tea. Green tea contains catechins and other antioxidant compounds that seem to help lower “bad” LDL and total cholesterol levels. ...
What a gentleman doctor he is 👍
Bravo!!! 👏 You did a great job, and I thank you for explaining everything so it was brief an clear as well as factual 👍
Awesome presentation. Simple, clear, well put together. THANKS.
Great video, with good detail. The odd word tow2ards the end I didn't catch and could have done with a screen wording so I could get the word. Overall loved the good advice as I start my cholesterol lowering journey. Thank you
This was an amazing informative video. Thank you. I really needed a science based, but clearly explained content on this topic.
Appreciate Video! Sorry for the intrusion, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you thought about - Riddleagan Surviving Death Remedy (search on google)? It is a great exclusive product for reducing your cholesterol level minus the normal expense. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my best friend Jordan at last got great results with it.
as a DO med student considering FM, I find your videos inspiring! thank you
I found these video informative and interesting, many thanks Dr. Erik and co.
Excellent presentation taken very serious note of yr advise Thks Dr.
Thanks for the solid run through, doc!
Thank you! I needed this non sense, straight to the point information 👌🏻
Thank you this is great advice and I will start implementing what I haven’t yet done into my diet
Greetings from Los Angeles
Thank you for sharing this video, very informative.
I found out not long ago I have high cholesterol. Eating is now something I endure rather than enjoy.
Dang, I know just how you feel my cholesterol is so freaking high but I got to get it down cause I want to live.
@@flippingforreal109 I want to EAT. I can't get full on this diet. I only weigh 96 pounds.
@@pamridenour5824 Might want to consult with your doctor on that. How tall are you? You might needs some meds and eat more foods then.
Hope that you’re doing well and hopefully keep a clear state of mind for your self and you own well being 🙏🏽
@@ghostmae2405 Trying too. Still eat yummy fatting food a couple times a week. If I don't I tend to get depressed knowing I can't eat sometime that taste great.
Thanks for sharing this video. It was very informative and helpful! God bless you! I'm taking notes. ❤
Yes Doc, good video explaining cholesterol reduction..( bad cholesterol).. thanks 👍
Excellent video Doctor, thank you. 👍
Thanks doc. My LDL 157.95 and I need to follow your instructions thank you godbless very helpful this your video ☺️
Very helpful suggestions and ideas . I'm not overweight and eat pretty well but need to up my exercise level and lose 8lbs or so. I will also start taking Red Yeast rice supplements. I don't take any pharmaceuticals, only natural supplements and have just discovered that I have Sjogrens Syndrome an autoimmune thing.
My cholesterol level was in the 700!? I don’t know how that’s even possible. I’ve cut out the red meat, fast food, snacks, and I’m only drinking water. Already lost some weight and feel much better. I was prescribed meds as well.
Damn what is it out now?
You still alive man? It’s been a year what’s it at now?
@@ninjabieberkiller i think he died. RIP to my man
Thanks doctor for this very informative video.
I have one question though which i hope you will be able to clarify for me.
Does eating EGGS raise bad cholesterol levels?
If so, how many eggs in a week can we eat to avoid its harmful effects.
Would appreciate a reply.
Thanks and God bless
The best, mostly informative and helpful cholesterol lowering video on RUclips. Thank you Dr!
Thanks 4 sharings ur informative video
Thanks a million. I was told Shrimp is full of cholesterol, is that correct?
It does have more cholesterol but it doesn’t seem to raise our cholesterol. It is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids which have a lot of benefit. So in moderation, it’s a good thing!
Really? I was under the assumption as well. Good to know.👍🏽
@@ErikRichardsonDO thank goodness i enjoy shrimp way more then red meat
Thank you for your video
Dr, I do really appreciate this. Ty for your help.
Thank you so much I needed this information very much.
Excellent video, i have watched it twice. God bless.
Thanks for your vital information , appreciated it ❤
Thank you Dr. I’m grateful for this information !
Very relaxing to listen to THANKYOU
Muchas gracias 🙏 Doctor
Great, helpful, informative vid, but I'm sitting in my truck w the audio all the way up to hear it. No way I'd be able to hear it on my phone. Maybe up the volume for the next one... or speak up 🤷♂️
Thanks a million for Sharing your knowledge it’s very helpful 👍
Well done Erik , super video and so well delivered to with all the necessary advice and directions. You are so natural on camera I am surprised that a tv company hasn't offered you a contract yet !
Cause his offering natural cure and not selling u pills like your local doctors
Thank you, I appreciate the help and will definitely follow your advice!
I appreciate the information. I need to drop 60 points in 3 months. Again Thanks
My doctor recently done a blood test and discovered I have very high cholesterol. I was stupefied as I exercise regularly (go to the gym 4 times a week), don't drink, don't smoke, eat healthy , rarely eat junk food and the majority of my food is 85% unprocessed. Turns out my family, on both sides, has a history of having high cholesterol. A double whammy. I'm currently on medication to lower my cholesterol.
Sometimes medication is necessary along with healthy lifestyle. I also exercise regularly and eat healthy but need to take medication to lower my triglycerides. Keep up the good work!
I’m
Starting my pills soon
I have the same issue although I exercise A LOT and I eat healthy
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I am the very same never smoked or drank alcohol eat healthy walk every day do yoga my family can’t believe it I have high cholesterol high ish blood pressure getting it down going through menopause my mother was a chain smoker eats crisps cakes everyday at 84 never had a problem
I am having to go on statins
Greatful for your Advice.❤
Wow, so good I shared with all my friends! My doctor never talked about diet or eliminating red meat! Great video!
Good informative video. Thank you.
thank you very grateful and helpful
Thank you for your help 👍👍🙏
Thanks Dr. R.
Doctor you ARE the BEST 👍👋🇺🇸😇🙏🌛
Hi I am a healthy 70 yr old male on zero meds and lead a healthy life with exercise options that include weight training, tennis, yoga, skiing, spin bike ,stair climbing and mountain bike riding. I have never met my present doctor, when my former doctor passed in 2020 I was assigned to another doctor in his office. Have had no issues so have had no in person visits but every year they call me and I under go bloodwork. I have had no CV incidents nor is there a family history. I am 5' 10" 170 lbs or less and my morning BP is 100/60. My resting HR in the AM averages 66 BPM. After my most recent bloodwork ( non fasting and when i had a cold ) I received a call from a nurse in the office and said because my LDL was 4.25 , no other numbers were given, i(.e. total cholesterol or HDL ) and that i was at risk for a heart event and i should go on statins. ALL other measured tests in my bloodwork were normal. I refused. DO you think I could lower my LDL from the steps in your presentation ? My diet is normal and baanced. Thanks peter
Thanks Doc.
Cholesterol essential for health: It is 30% of the cell membrane where it provides fluidity and transport functions; it is the precursor for the production of testosterone, oestrogen and Vitamin D. As dietary cholesterol is esterified it is very poorly absorbed in the gut and so has little effect on blood cholesterol. Therefore the body has to make most of the cholesterol it needs. The organ with the most cholesterol is the brain, which is why a diet high in saturated fats cures epilepsy.
Thats why i don’t want to take a statin. Why would I want my brain dissolved ?
No friggin way!! How do you knows this man?
Lol u trippin'
@@livics610 No, he's correct
Your comment may be pertinent in the third world or 1800s London ghetto but most Americans get too much fats
Thanks for this video my cardiologist acts like he doesn't really have time to explain things to me and just wants to push statins. Even the nurses I talk to they act like they know stuff but I really don't think they do because they can't even tell me what my test results mean.
Explained very well grt
I love how every doctor tells you to do something different, I was just watching another doctor that told me almost the opposite of what this doctor is saying! How is that possible?
Thanks
Great advice!
Very informative indeed, and I am already applying every advice provided to the best of my ability.
Thank you Doc.
FIRST TIME SUBSCRIBER ....EXCELLENT POINTS GREAT INFO.🙏👍
I am 32, Recently Nov of 2023 i😢 diagnosed with 301 total high blood cholesterol, HDL 54 and LDL 235 and 3 months ago i AUG of 2023 my total cholesterol was 205, HDL 49, LDL 156, just because i went throught keto diet very low carbohydrate intake from end of AUG to NOV and from OCT to NOV i increase meat consumption due to my weight keep on dropping from 90kg drop to 85 in the middle of OCT, therefore in the middle of OCT i started to eat 1 meal of fried chicken chop per week and plenty of vegetable daily, exercise 3 times a week, now my cholesterol go up crazy, hope to control it and pull it down
Very good information..tqvm
Thank you Dr Erik
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Great info thanks
I'm not over weight I'm active I eat well,have all my life. Have had high cholesterol since I was 20,60 now. When I try to take more things out of my diet it goes higher. Smh. Screw it lol
Has your ldl been high since 20 or just total
@@Dame704 yes it has,can't figure it
Thank you so much.
Thank you so helpful.
My cholesterol was at 223, which is high, and the triglycerides was at 349....😱. I got to get mine under control.
How you got it under control? What did you do?
I went to get checked today and it came up to 305 I need to follow the doctors advice in this video hope you get your under control too
do you eat a lot of sweets?
mine was at 278 today. we gotta make a change in our choice of foods guys. we got this!
The funny thing is that, I try to watch what I eat and exercise 5 days a week and still my cholesterol is high. Doctor says it’s genetics. Whatever.🤦🏻♂️. If that wasn’t enough , my wife eats whatever she wants and doesn’t really exercise as much I DO and her cholesterol is NORMAL!!!🤷🏽♂️😤. Really?! Really?! This stresses me out, cause now I have to take blood pressure pills and now probably cholesterol pills.☹️. Getting old sucks!!!🤦🏻♂️
Can losing weight with IF and low carbs cause LDL to rise a bit. I lost 30 over 3 months and had blood work done. Rose a little but not "high" yet. Doc was confused but I did eat more meat than usual but no butters, oils etc. I read cholesterol leaving the body might make it rise temporarily. Any thoughts?
Very handsome doctor, Would you please raise the volume on your video? Thank you
Thanks doc, you are legend
Thank you!!
Well Done, Thanks
Thanks for sharing
I would have never know about the Hydrogenated oils and partially hydrogenated oils. Thank you doctor!
Look them up, for instance in margarine it's like liquid plastic in them.
Niacin, The Real Story. A great book that helps many conditions, including reducing LDL.
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