High Cholesterol | What All Patients Need to Know

Diagnosed with High Cholesterol? British Doctor Dr Hart-Pinto tells you all you need to know about your high cholesterol.

This patient information video on high cholesterol covers your questions on; what is cholesterol? Why is high cholesterol bad? What are the symptoms of high cholesterol? How to diagnose High Cholesterol. Can Diet influence cholesterol? Plant sterols, stanols, fish oils and cholesterol. High cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular risks for heart attack and stroke. Who will need medication? What medications are available for high cholesterol?

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 What is cholesterol & Why is high cholesterol bad?
0:59 What are the symptoms of high cholesterol?
1.05 How to diagnose High Cholesterol.
1:40 Can Diet influence cholesterol?
2:33 Plant sterols, stanols, fish oils and cholesterol
2:54 High cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular risks for heart attack and stroke
3:09 Who will need medication?
3:27 What medications are available for high cholesterol?
7:41 Outro & Legal Disclaimer

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Authors:
1. Dr. A. Hart-Pinto MBChB (Hons) BSc (Hons) MRCS
2. Dr. Najeebah Jaunbocus MBChB MRCGP

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[JHPMedicalUK]

Comment below with any questions or your personal experience with Cholesterol.

Much love,
JHPMEDICAL

[toni]

Dr. Aseem Malhotra has a lot to say on the subject. A very good cardiologist. Worth listening to his lectures.

[roni]

I’m 13 years old and I’ve had a high LDL cholesterol level for probably my whole life. I found out when I was five. My older brother was getting MRI tests because he developed much faster than kids his age. As part of the MRI tests, he got a blood test which revealed that he had high cholesterol (over 200). My parents decided to check my blood as well, and the results revealed that I had a high cholesterol level as well. We discovered that it was genetically passed on to my brother and me by our grandma. Last time I got a blood test (a bit over a year ago), my cholesterol level was at 240! I’ve been only eating whole wheat bread and pasta, low fat cheese and green vegetables ever since I first discovered that I have a high cholesterol. I try to maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly. I’m also very skinny. Unfortunately, my cholesterol increases on its own since it was genetically transferred to me. Does anyone have any advice for me?

Update: I got another blood test a couple months ago and my cholesterol levels went down to 206. Hopefully I can lower it even more.

[LennyDykstra]

I’m 28, work out 3-4 times a week, in great shape. Do not smoke or drink and my cholesterol is 213. Has me scared

[sheldonmurphy]

Thank You Sir For The Video!

I never felt that I needed to be concerned until I became much older. Maybe that was arrogant of myself. Today, my medic called to notify me, that i entered the caution phase about my sugar levels, as well as my bad cholesterol levels.

Well, i guess its time to learn, then squash this issue with a more healthy lifestyle.

Thank You From Iowa Sir 😁

[emmettdriggers]

Thank you for this educational straightforward post! Be well!

[lindagarcia]

I'll be 57yo. 11/5. 5/12/22, A1C 5.6 (High end of standard range); Total Cholesterol 289; LDL 176; Triglyceride 101 mg/dl Good & Estimated Average Glucose 114 mg/dl Good. I lift 5xwk for 2.5 hrs. Dr. wants to place me on statin but I'm hesitant. I don't eat out often or do fast food, don't drink alcohol or sodas. I'm told to eat fruit & veggies for fruit; eat lean proteins, eat healthy fats, choose foods that are low in sat fat, limit sodium and limit drinks and foods with added sugar. What do you think I'm doing wrong? Follow-up bloodwork will be done in middle Nov.

[Algorithm]

Just had my cholesterol test and came back with a reading of 7.7???? In the text from the doc she said this is high but to make dietary changes first before any medications.
I think my diet is of an average diet, not that great but certainly not that bad, I treat myself to a takeaway once a week, I eat fruit every day and have tuna sandwiches most days, the occasional snack like a pack of crisps or a few biscuits. 7.7 means nothing to me and seems very vague . I’m 40 years old have a very physical job and go gym 2-3 times a week . Seems like I might have to cut out everything 😂 .

[dlaroc]

I’ve been taking Apple Cider Vinegar gummies almost every day for a year and my Cholesterol went down from 143 to 124. Changed nothing in my diet, just added the gummies.

[ronbatt]

Good information. Canada 🇨🇦. At 74 my doctor wants me to take medication. I took Statin and and ezetrol for many years but had foggy brain and muscle problems. So I discontinued medication a year ago and feel 40. I have zero risk factors other than moderate high cholesterol. It's frustrating to be told I need medication.

[julletcoley]

Thank you, this video is very helpful and informative.

[muthunayagamp]

Thank you for your advice to reduce Cholesterol

[aldelacruz]

My total cholesterol levels have always been in the 250 range. I have no symptoms. I did a CAC last month on my own because my Dr didn't think I needed one . I scored 50. Because of this number I feel my body just feels that 250 range is normal for me.

[raaz]

My cholesterol level always stays between 290 to 260 since last 8 years. I am 52 years old and I do lot of walking jogging. I have no symptoms and I eat goat meat twice a month otherwise chicken and fish quite often. I never have any symptoms. Just ignore the numbers and eat healthy do exercise you will be fine.

Until 1970 the the right cholesterol level was 300 as the medical system became more advance and pharmacy need to do the business that’s why every 10 years the level is reducing.

[atomiclemon]

My understanding is that HDL and LDL aren't cholesterol but proteins used to transport cholesterol to where it is needed.

[mbailey]

Thanks very helpful to learn a bit more about this topic.

[keiththompson]

I never nonsmoker and never drinking no alcohol too. I diagnosed with my medical history. I going to Grady hospital for 6 month for follow-up check up

[dragonchr]

Have seen so much contradictory research on this subject....I just focus on keeping my triglycerides low.

[devicakhan]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us

[agodha]

Nice one. It will be good if you include information about dietary habits needed to control and reduce cholesterol. Information like eating vegetables, Fruits and reducing carbs.