Cholesterol and Triglycerides Tests - What To Think About -
Chylomicrons are another type of lipoprotein that are measured
in a different test. Chylomicrons are in the blood and carry fat
from your intestine to your liver. They carry triglycerides to
your muscles for immediate use. Or they carry triglycerides to
fat tissue for storage. - Having a high cholesterol level
increases your chances of having a heart attack. The higher your
cholesterol, the greater your chances. An elevated total
cholesterol level in younger people is particularly significant,
since the narrowing of the coronary arteries usually takes many
years to - Lifestyle changes may help lower blood cholesterol
levels and increase HDL ("good") cholesterol. Some people have
better responses to diet and lifestyle changes than do others.
Lifestyle changes might include: - Quitting smoking. - Eating
healthier by reducing saturated (animal) fats and cholesterol in
the diet while increasing fiber and complex - Losing weight. An
improvement may occur