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Low HDL level
by ott70, Oct 31, 2009 03:49PM
My HDL level is low. I don't have the number in front of me as the results are being mailed to me. I think if the low limit is around 35, then mine is in the low 20's right now. A year ago, it was round 32.
I also how low testosterone and low vitamin D levels. I think the testosterone is connected in some way, but I'm not sure about the D.
The only prescription I take is Atenolol for PAC's/PVC's 25 mg. It seems that this can possibly reduce HDL levels.
I take CoQ10 and fish oil everyday (good brands). I am considering adding more vitamin C, zinc, and tribulus terrestris to my supplements, as these appear to help with testosterone and HDL.
Obviously, make sure I get exercise, have a good diet, and maybe have some red wine daily. I don't eat much fast food and I plan on cutting out more sugar and carbs from my diet.
Suggestions for natural solutions to low HDL? My other cholesterol numbers are good.
I always get confused on much of each supplement to take also. I take 200 mg CoQ10 daily and 800EPA/400DHA of fish oil (2 capsules). I'll probably add 1000 mg of the tribulus (1 tablet) before bedtime.
Thanks in advance.
I also how low testosterone and low vitamin D levels. I think the testosterone is connected in some way, but I'm not sure about the D.
The only prescription I take is Atenolol for PAC's/PVC's 25 mg. It seems that this can possibly reduce HDL levels.
I take CoQ10 and fish oil everyday (good brands). I am considering adding more vitamin C, zinc, and tribulus terrestris to my supplements, as these appear to help with testosterone and HDL.
Obviously, make sure I get exercise, have a good diet, and maybe have some red wine daily. I don't eat much fast food and I plan on cutting out more sugar and carbs from my diet.
Suggestions for natural solutions to low HDL? My other cholesterol numbers are good.
I always get confused on much of each supplement to take also. I take 200 mg CoQ10 daily and 800EPA/400DHA of fish oil (2 capsules). I'll probably add 1000 mg of the tribulus (1 tablet) before bedtime.
Thanks in advance.
Member Comments (1)
by Paxiled, Nov 03, 2009 02:58AM
Taking tribulus before bedtime isn't a good idea, as it can be stimulating. The only way to know if your testosterone is indeed low is to get it tested regularly over a month, so you know you're not testing at an unusually low moment. Most men, for example, have the highest levels early in the morning, so if that was the only time you tested it would seem high. Doctors usually only test once, which doesn't tell you much, since the levels change over time. DHEA is good for regulating hormone levels. But you have to consider that the same substances that might elevate testosterone are all stimulating, so be careful as you're on a relaxant for your heart palps. The best herbal testosterone builder is yohimbe, and maca can also be useful. There are formulas made for this purpose as well combining several substances. As for the HDL, take a lot more of those fish oil caps. You can also take flax and hemp oils. Eating fish and spirulina can also help. As for the CoQ10, you might be able to do just as well with 100 and 200 and save some money.
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