Lower Your Triglycerides for Better Health

It is imperative to lower your triglycerides if you have a high triglyceride accompanied by high cholesterol.  If these two conditions exist, you are at high risk for experiencing a heart attack.  One way to lower these levels is to pay close attention to what you eat, lowering your daily consumption of anything that increases blood glucose.  At the same time, you must take steps to lower you carbohydrate intake.  There are several diets that you can follow to lower your carbohydrates.  The most popular low-carbohydrate diets are Atkins, South Beach and the Zone.  Many doctors recommend these diets to their patients at risk for coronary artery disease. 

29 June 2009 | Health