HDL good cholesterol...

RichC · 07-07-2005, 09:56 PM

just read this on the net....
HDL cholesterol is also known as the "good cholesterol". The letters HDL stand for high density lipoprotein. A lipoprotein is a particle in our bloodstream that is made up of a lipid (fat or cholesterol) and protein. An HDL particle has a small amount of cholesterol and a large amount of protein. We call this the "good cholesterol" because having a high amount of HDL can offer some protection against heart disease. HDLs actually carry cholesterol away from our blood vessels to be degraded. HDL cholesterol can be increased by quitting smoking, losing weight, and exercising regularly..........
m1t and other roids are known to reduce HDL so will exercising while staying of gear bring these levels back to normal?
are there any other ways to increase it?

redspy · 08-07-2005, 10:20 PM

Most steroids decrease HDL and increase LDL. There are a few steps you can take to improve your lipid profile like the following:-

- Reduce saturated fat and hydrogenated fat in your diet.
- Increase your fiber intake, use whole grain sources, and eat plenty of fruit and veggies
- Do cardio
- Take supplements like garlic, plant sterols/stanols, Red yeast rice and vitamin C.

When you're off the gear you stand a much better chance of getting your cholesterol levels back within the normal range.

Stu21Ldn · 08-07-2005, 10:57 PM

nolva also has a postive effect on lipids

RichC · 09-07-2005, 11:54 AM

cheers for the replies guys.
I was told last night olive oil could be of benefit any thoughts?

redspy · 10-07-2005, 05:21 AM

Olive oil is a great source of fat.

Nolva will help your lipids, but it's mildly liver toxic so don't over do it.

07-07-2005, 09:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
RichC Under Construction Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: midlands Posts: 17 Rep Power:	HDL good cholesterol... just read this on the net.... HDL cholesterol is also known as the "good cholesterol". The letters HDL stand for high density lipoprotein. A lipoprotein is a particle in our bloodstream that is made up of a lipid (fat or cholesterol) and protein. An HDL particle has a small amount of cholesterol and a large amount of protein. We call this the "good cholesterol" because having a high amount of HDL can offer some protection against heart disease. HDLs actually carry cholesterol away from our blood vessels to be degraded. HDL cholesterol can be increased by quitting smoking, losing weight, and exercising regularly.......... m1t and other roids are known to reduce HDL so will exercising while staying of gear bring these levels back to normal? are there any other ways to increase it?

08-07-2005, 10:20 PM	#2 (permalink)
redspy Making Progress Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Way Out West Posts: 578 Rep Power:	Most steroids decrease HDL and increase LDL. There are a few steps you can take to improve your lipid profile like the following:- - Reduce saturated fat and hydrogenated fat in your diet. - Increase your fiber intake, use whole grain sources, and eat plenty of fruit and veggies - Do cardio - Take supplements like garlic, plant sterols/stanols, Red yeast rice and vitamin C. When you're off the gear you stand a much better chance of getting your cholesterol levels back within the normal range. ______________________ IronArena.com

10-07-2005, 05:21 AM	#5 (permalink)
redspy Making Progress Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Way Out West Posts: 578 Rep Power:	Olive oil is a great source of fat. Nolva will help your lipids, but it's mildly liver toxic so don't over do it. ______________________ IronArena.com

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08-07-2005, 10:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
Stu21Ldn Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 721 Rep Power:	nolva also has a postive effect on lipids

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RichC Under Construction Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: midlands Posts: 17 Rep Power:	cheers for the replies guys. I was told last night olive oil could be of benefit any thoughts?