This blog is about triglycerides (as you can see by the heading). I’ve already discussed cholesterol and I felt explaining triglycerides is vital as well.
In this blog, we will learn about triglycerides, what are they, what high levels do, and how to control that.
And just for my ease, I will call triglycerides “Tg” in the rest of this blog.
What are Triglycerides?
Triglycerides or Tg are types of fat that are found in the body. Both Tg and Mr. C (Cholesterol) belong to the lipid family that circulates in our blood. And, both are made in the liver.
Our body naturally contains triglycerides, but Tg also comes from food, especially from fats.
Energy is measured in calories, and when we eat extra calories these are stored as fat cells called triglycerides. These extra calories are used later when we need energy. But, when we don’t spend/use that energy it becomes body fat and this will lead to high levels of Tg and Mr. C.
Other than this, high Tg can also happen due to certain drugs/treatments, genetics, alcohol, smoking, Type-2 diabetes, thyroid disorder, etc.
What will high Triglycerides do?
High Tg may lead to the hardening of arteries. This will obstruct the flow of oxygen-rich blood throughout the body.
High Tg can also lead to:
- Heart disease
- Brain stroke
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- High level of LDL
What are desired levels of Triglycerides?
Anything below 150 mg/dL is a good number
150-199 mg/dL is the borderline
200-499 mg/dL is considered High
Above 500 mg/dL is dangerous
Ways to control high Triglycerides
Controlling Tg is very simple.
First, you need to be active. By active, I mean you need some kind of physical activity in your life. Anything like regular 30 mins of walking, playing your favorite sports, gardening, dancing, weight training, yoga, cardio/HIIT (my favorite btw), cycling, etc. is considered good. Make sure you invest time daily to it.
A Healthy diet also has a lot to do with Tg levels. You need to include healthy fats in your diet and limit Simple carbs and Trans fats.
Limit or completely avoid smoking and alcohol.
Get sufficient sleep and limit stress.
Medication also helps, but I won’t be suggesting anything.
After reading this blog as I always suggest I want you to consult a doctor and get your Lipid profile tested. Such tests are done on an empty stomach. If you see anything peculiar, talk to your doctor for more info.
But, before that drop a like and comment on this blog
and with that remember to smile.
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48 responses to “A quicker guide to triglycerides”
Very useful information.
I am motivated and decided to have a Lipid profile test tomorrow.
Thank you for the reminder.
That’s great.
Best wishes.
Sir, test karwaya aaj?
Great post Devang. Lots of useful information, very well presented and laid out. I like the way you also feature additional reading etc at the end. Very effective
I really felt that those blogs were important too.
I want to give everything to people here itself.
very insightful and informative. Thanks for sharing, Devang…
Hey thanks for reading it.
It’s your first comment. I appreciate it.
Nope it’s not, I commented before 😁
You welcome 🤍
Well I had to approve, so I thought it’s first. Thanks 🙇🏻♂️
That’s oki… Welcome…
I find it very useful, I also liked the articles suggested at the end, all to improve the quality if life
Thanks.
I hope to help in a proper and feasible way.
Great post.. reminds me I’m due for an annual blood test.. Thanks D
Well, go for it then. 🙂
On it!!!🙌
🔆🙌🏻
Mine are a little elevated but 2022’s numbers were better than the year before…
Ohhh well!!
Do the necessary 🙂
Take care TK
LOL! Working on it!
Heart issues are very common in my family so I’m glad to read posts like these that can help me change myself to avoid health issues in the future. I knew of “triglycerides” but not much about them. This was very informative.
Yes, you told me about that.
And I’m sure, you are doing things to keep it controlled 😀
A plant based diet is surely helpful.
In every article that I’ve read, a plant based diet was praised over animal based diet.
Yes, I think it helps a lot and I encourage family members with heart issues/cholesterol issues to eat more plant based foods. They don’t listen usually but whatever lol 😅
Maybe one day they will.
I guess this is the future
Staying active greatly improves so many aspects of our life. Helpful service you are offering, Devang. Hope your allergies are under control.
I’m good with allergies now.
However these days viral like influenza is spreading a lot here. Due to that, many people are suffering cough, fever, weakness, running nose etc.
That is good news, and not good news. Stay healthy! Extra vitamin C. 🍊
Yes! 🔆
Thanks
Take care 🌺
😀 you could be a Science Teacher! Great post ✨
Wel….. Maybe!!
I love this niche a lot. I never thought of teaching or anything.
Activity is key! 🙂
True!
Thanks for commenting 🙏🏼
You’re welcome!
Thank you. I know someone who I was just informed tonight has blocked artery and he has gone in for surgery. 🙏🏾
Ohhh
I pray for his speedy recovery 🙏🏼🔆
Thank you.
I don’t know what to say. I miss your great illustrations for this article. I don’t remember what my Tg levels were last visit. Must look it up!
Well it’s been a while since I made an infographic.
I need a perfect blog for it.
Time for you to check your Tg levels.
This is such an informational post, Devang. Thank you so much and yes, I will get a lipid test done soon enough! 🙌
Hey, cool
I hope it goes well
and thank you so much for commenting.
I appreciate your precious time.
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“Get sufficient sleep and limit stress” — this is a point I want to highlight here.
Thanks for sharing useful information.😁
Well you need proper sleep
That’s all I want to say rn.
😊
This post and information are really useful, Devang. Even though I’m very late reading this, I’m glad I did as I had heard of Tg but have never known what it was and what it does in the body, so I’m grateful you have shared this information. My cholesterol is high due to a genetic condition, as I’ve mentioned before. I have to take a medication called statins as this helps reduce the bad cholesterol in my body. I’m fortunate that I don’t get any side effects, either. I don’t really get any exercise but, as you know, I eat a very healthy diet. I’m hoping that will be enough to ensure I don’t get too many Tgs.
If you eating healthy, then rest assured.
Yes you told me about statins and I’m glad you are doing fine with that.
Take care EET
Very well said, Devang! Everybody should go for regular check-up and take precautions.
Yes sir, we should!!
Regular check up is must for us all
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