How to control triglycerides
1. Reduce carbohydrate intake- Cut down on soft drinks, sweets, sugar and junk foods, reduce roti and rice consumption; take adequate protein.
2. Aerobic exercise- Running, walking, cycling, swimming, HIIT- choose one that you like,
3. Strength training- 2-3 times a week (30 min each session),
4. Adequate sleep- 7-8 hours per night; consistent sleep schedule,
5. Lose weight (if overweight)
6. Prefer healthier fats & oils for cooking,
7. Abstain from alcohol (for those who consume alcohol),
8. Stop smoking (applies to smokers),
9. Screen for diabetes and hypothyroidism (as triglycerides may be elevated in these conditions),
10. Look for adverse effects of drugs (in applicable cases) - Diuretics, Oestrogen and progestin, Retinoids, Steroids, Beta blockers, etc. These drugs may cause an increase in triglyceride levels. more
2. Aerobic exercise- Running, walking, cycling, swimming, HIIT- choose one that you like,
3. Strength training- 2-3 times a week (30 min each session),
4. Adequate sleep- 7-8 hours per night; consistent sleep schedule,
5. Lose weight (if overweight)
6. Prefer healthier fats & oils for cooking,
7. Abstain from alcohol (for those who consume alcohol),
8. Stop smoking (applies to smokers),
9. Screen for diabetes and hypothyroidism (as triglycerides may be elevated in these conditions),
10. Look for adverse effects of drugs (in applicable cases) - Diuretics, Oestrogen and progestin, Retinoids, Steroids, Beta blockers, etc. These drugs may cause an increase in triglyceride levels. more
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