Lipid profile changes post-op

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Quick question. I've noticed a lot of patients having improved cholesterol levels overall post-op, but unfortunately, it seems the HDL:LDL ratio worsens. It may be due to dietary changes (meat and cheese instead of carbs), but I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on what to tell patients? It's probably obvious that I'm still new to this!

Thank you,

, MS, RD

Fairfax, VA

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We encourage EFA's (LA, ALA) in addition to EPA, DHA (if not eating enough fatty fish then Omega 3 FA supplement such as Coromega). The Linus ing Institute at Oregon State Univ has an excellent summary of sources, research. etc: http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/othernuts/omega3fa/

Exercise may also help to improve ratio.

Amy Long Carrera MS, RD Clinical Dietitian Northridge Hospital Medical Center & Center for Weight Loss Surgery Northridge, CA Amy.Long@... 818-885-8500 x4034

From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Lynn Atherton Sent: Friday, December 12, 2008 12:54 PM Subject: Lipid profile changes post-op

Quick question. I've noticed a lot of patients having improved cholesterol levels overall post-op, but unfortunately, it seems the HDL:LDL ratio worsens. It may be due to dietary changes (meat and cheese instead of carbs), but I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on what to tell patients? It's probably obvious that I'm still new to this!

Thank you,

, MS, RD

Fairfax, VA