Re: Sharon Cholestrol help

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Thanks for the tips on lowering, Ihave an appt. next wk will see were I

stand with it now. I eat alot of pure garlic, but never thought of pills for

this, also will check out the other med if needed. As really tired of side

effects on everything. Take Care Sharon

Van Hee wrote: *Taking garlic pills helps

lower cholesterol also. May check into them.*

*Hugs,*

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On Mon, Feb 25, 2008 at 8:02 PM, Christi Randall

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> There are other meds to help lower the cholesterol other than the statins,

> which is what lipitor is. I cannot use any of the statins as I get the

> muscle pain and weakness side effects. But I have used vytorin with good

> results and no nasty side effects. Might be worth checking out.

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> Christi Randall

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> Re: Cholesterol Tips Hard for me ????

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> It seems everything I get, develope, or go through is not the norm. I

> was told a few yrs. ago along with this FM that my cholesterol had now

> elevated to a dangerous level and needed to take Lipitor, against my wanting

> to as I know how bad these meds are I don't care that they lower chol.theside

effects can be much more damaging to me, I agreed I would try it temp.,

> it worked but muscle cramps and d/c'd. I told them I was going to try doing

> it myself and I did., short term. I don't know what happened. I am use to

> not eating all day and had to learn to eat the other 2 meals, I do oatmeal

> flax seed, banana,with fatfree milk. I do weight watchers lunch and dinner,

> had been walking, regular which I always did until lately. I am not

> overweight and have always chosen lighter foods, don't eat red meat, butter,

> cheese etc. yet my cholesterol has gone up again. They want me back on

> med. but will take my chances. Any other ideas for lowering cholesterol, I

> do believe lack of

> exercise can be the only factior keeping me from lowering it, and if this

> is so, than I am in trouble unless FM backs off some. Thanks for ideas

> Sharon

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> wrote: Everyday Tips A Cholesterol

> Plan That Works

> How to get the most out of your medication

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> When your cholesterol numbers are high enough that you need medication,

> it's tempting to think that taking your pills is enough. It's true that

> lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise improvements don't control your

> cholesterol, but that doesn't mean you can eat anything you want once you

> start your meds. Here's a look at how to get the most out of your

> medication. If your doctor prescribes cholesterol-lowering medicine, don't

> expect to pop a pill and be done. To maximize results, you also will need

> to:

> Follow your cholesterol-lowering diet.

> Be more physically active.

> Lose weight, if you are overweight.

> Control all of your other heart disease risk factors, including smoking,

> high blood pressure, and diabetes.

> Taking all of these steps together may lessen the amount of medicine you

> need or make the medicine work better — and that reduces your risk for a

> heart attack.

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> Everyday Tips for Living With High Cholesterol

> If you're trying to bring down high cholesterol, make a few dietary

> changes at a time.

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> Lower Your Cholesterol With Small Changes

> If you're trying to bring down high blood cholesterol, make a few dietary

> changes at a time. Start with the groceries you buy and the way in which you

> prepare them. It may take time, but these little adjustments will ultimately

> pay off.

> To lower blood cholesterol, go easy on these foods:

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> two percent milk

> oils and margarine

> avocados, olives, and coconuts

> nuts

> Cut back on these foods:

> whole milk

> creams and ice creams

> high-fat cheeses

> butter

> fatty cuts of meat and refried pork

> sausages, hot dogs, bologna

> liver, kidneys, and other organ meats

> egg yolks

> lard, coconut, palm, or palm kernel oil

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> Quote of the Day

> " Don't let other people tell you what you want. "

> – Pat Riley

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