what types of meals i can eat with high triglycerides

Question
i have recently been informed that my triglycerides are high and i am trying to find out what i should do to lower them.  but upon recieving the information from my doctor it would seem as if i can not eat anything.  i would appreciate any help in informing me of names of cook books that may contain recipes that will help lower and control my triglycerides.  thanks in advance for you help in this matter.

sincerely

dianne preachers

Answer
dianne,

Here is the low-down on triglycerides.  Triglycerides are often easily controlled, or at least decreased, by simple diet and exercise.  First, it is best to decrease or avoid simple carbohydrates.  Simple carbohydrates are foods and drinks that are high in sugar; such as candy, cookies, cakes, soda pop, fruit juice and alcohol.  This means that foods with WHOLE grains and fiber are very good.  Of course, it is a good idea to limit high-fat meats and dairy products (for all of us), but decreasing simple carbohydrates is where you should focus your energy.  for more on triglycerides, go to:
http://home.comcast.net/~lipid-clinic/triglycerides.html

Also, getting regular exercise can do a lot for decreasing triglycerides.  It is recommended that every adult get at least 20-30 minutes (up to 60 minutes) most, if not all days of the week.  This amount has been proven to give the most benefit to adults in reducing their weight and also their risk of cardiovascular disease (heart attack and stroke).

There are a few other things that can contribute to increased triglycerides:
* Estrogen replacement PILLS (not the patch)
* Poorly controlled diabetes
* Smoking


In summary - less sugars, more exercise.

Best of luck.

Todd
www.lipid-clinic.com

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