How often should I ask my doctor for a blood lipid test for cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and Triglycerides?
Since starting a very low-fat diet, all readings were good except Triglycerides. I have added eating a very small amount of peanut butter, peanuts, and chocolate (with cocoa butter) to my diet. I am also drinking 4 to 5 cups of black tea daily. These all have been reported to raise HDL and lower LDL. I am not sure how often I should ask for a blood lipid test to see if these are doing any good (or if in fact they are helping at all).
How often should I ask my doctor for a blood lipid test for cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and Triglycerides?
Since starting a very low-fat diet, all readings were good except Triglycerides. I have added eating a very small amount of peanut butter, peanuts, and chocolate (with cocoa butter) to my diet. I am also drinking 4 to 5 cups of black tea daily. These all have been reported to raise HDL and lower LDL. I am not sure how often I should ask for a blood lipid test to see if these are doing any good (or if in fact they are helping at all).
Would suggest you discuss this with your doctor. S/he would be best able to advise you on how frequently to check your lipid profile while you are making lifestyle changes.
