{"id":185,"date":"2024-09-17T08:56:27","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T08:56:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/biomedical.rs\/?page_id=185"},"modified":"2026-02-13T14:12:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T14:12:37","slug":"strong-heart","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/en\/strong-heart\/","title":{"rendered":"STRONG HEART"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-178 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/snazno-nal.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1440\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/snazno-nal.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/snazno-nal-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/snazno-nal-1024x498.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/snazno-nal-768x373.jpg 768w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/snazno-nal-600x292.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">STRONG HEART<\/h1>\n<hr \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Elevated cholesterol and triglycerides are significant risk factors for the development of cardiovascular diseases, including heart disease and stroke.\u2028Below, you can learn more about these issues and guidelines for managing them:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong> Elevated Cholesterol <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cholesterol is a fat found in the blood and comes from two sources: production in the body (liver) and diet. There are different types of cholesterol, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) Cholesterol:<\/strong> Often referred to as \u201cbad\u201d cholesterol because high levels can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries, which may cause atherosclerosis.<\/li>\n<li><strong>High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol:<\/strong> Known as \u201cgood\u201d cholesterol because it helps remove LDL cholesterol from the bloodstream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"smile_icon_list_wrap ult_info_list_container ult-adjust-bottom-margin  \"><ul class=\"smile_icon_list left square with_bg\"><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-6699\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-6699 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Healthy Diet:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-6699 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Reduce intake of saturated and trans fats:<\/strong> Found in red meat, full-fat dairy products, and processed foods.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increase intake of healthy fats:<\/strong> Such as those in olive oil, avocado, and nuts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eat more fiber:<\/strong> Vegetables, fruits, and whole grains can help lower LDL cholesterol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-1773\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-1773 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Regular Exercise:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-1773 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><p>Exercise can help raise HDL cholesterol and lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-1943\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-1943 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Smoking Cessation:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-1943 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><p>Smoking lowers HDL cholesterol and increases the risk of heart disease.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-2405\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-2405 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Weight Management:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-2405 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><p>Maintaining a healthy body weight can help normalize cholesterol levels.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-5032\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-5032 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Medication:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-5032 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><p>If dietary a Recommendations for Managing Elevated Triglycerides<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong> Elevated Triglycerides <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Triglycerides are a type of fat in the blood that can contribute to the development of cardiovascular diseases when present at elevated levels.<\/p>\n<p>Recommendations for Managing Elevated Cholesterol:<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"smile_icon_list_wrap ult_info_list_container ult-adjust-bottom-margin  \"><ul class=\"smile_icon_list left square with_bg\"><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-1975\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-1975 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Healthy Diet:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-1975 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Reduce intake of sugar and refined carbohydrates:<\/strong> Such as white bread, pastries, and sugary drinks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Limit alcohol consumption:<\/strong> Excessive alcohol intake can raise triglyceride levels.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eat more omega-3 fatty acids:<\/strong> Found in fish such as salmon and sardines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-4626\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-4626 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Regular Exercise:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-4626 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><p>Regular physical activity can help lower triglycerides and improve overall heart health.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-4949\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-4949 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Weight Management:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-4949 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><p>Weight loss can significantly reduce triglyceride levels.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-4863\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-4863 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Smoking Cessation:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-4863 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><p>Smoking can negatively affect triglyceride levels.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><li class=\"icon_list_item\" style=\" font-size:72px;\"><div class=\"icon_list_icon\" data-animation=\"\" data-animation-delay=\"03\" style=\"font-size:24px;border-width:1px;border-style:none;background:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-color:#333333;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"list-img-icon\" alt=\"null\" src=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/icon-b.png\"\/><\/div><div class=\"icon_description\" id=\"Info-list-wrap-1045\" style=\"font-size:24px;\"><h3 class=\"ult-responsive info-list-heading\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-1045 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:16px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:24px;\"}'  style=\"\">Medication:<\/h3><div class=\"icon_description_text ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='#Info-list-wrap-1045 .icon_description_text'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:13px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:18px;\"}'  style=\"\"><p>If dietary and lifestyle changes are insufficient, a doctor may recommend triglyceride-lowering medications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"icon_list_connector\"  style=\"border-right-width: 1px;border-right-style: dashed;border-color: #333333;\"><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Tips for Both Conditions:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Regular monitoring of cholesterol and triglyceride levels through medical check-ups.<\/li>\n<li>Consultation with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and potential therapies.<\/li>\n<li>Managing elevated cholesterol and triglycerides is essential for preventing cardiovascular diseases and maintaining overall health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cholesterol Levels[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong> Total Cholesterol: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Normal:<\/strong> less than 200 mg\/dL<br \/>\n<strong>Borderline:<\/strong> 200\u2013239 mg\/dL<br \/>\n<strong>High:<\/strong> 240 mg\/dL or higher<\/p>\n<p><strong>Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) Cholesterol:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Often called \u201cbad\u201d cholesterol because high levels can increase the risk of heart disease.<br \/>\n<strong>Normal:<\/strong> less than 100 mg\/dL<br \/>\n<strong>Near Optimal \/ Borderline:<\/strong> 100\u2013129 mg\/dL<br \/>\n<strong>Borderline High:<\/strong> 130\u2013159 mg\/dL<br \/>\n<strong>High:<\/strong> 160 mg\/dL or higher<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Known as \u201cgood\u201d cholesterol because it helps remove LDL cholesterol from the bloodstream.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Normal Values:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Men:<\/strong> more than 40 mg\/dL<br \/>\n<strong>Women:<\/strong> more than 50 mg\/dL<\/p>\n<p>Values below these thresholds may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Triglycerides:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Normal:<\/strong> less than 150 mg\/dL<br \/>\n<strong>Borderline:<\/strong> 150\u2013199 mg\/dL<br \/>\n<strong>High:<\/strong> 200 mg\/dL or higher<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-176\" src=\"http:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2k-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2k-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2k-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2k-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2k-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2k-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2k-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/biomedical.rs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2k.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1770991940007{border-color: #005399 !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Regular monitoring of cholesterol and triglyceride levels through medical check-ups can help maintain the health of the heart and blood vessels.<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] STRONG HEART [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Elevated cholesterol and triglycerides are significant risk factors for the development of cardiovascular 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