Total Cholesterol 226
HDL 58
LDL 155
Trig 66
I know these numbers are not good, or at least they can be better. Yes, it
would have helped if I had blood work done right before going low carb, but
I didn't. The last time I had it checked about 5 years ago the total
cholesterol number was 172 (I don't remember the breakdown). I was 150 and
had lost the weight eating low cal, low fat. I had gained back 50+ pounds
due to not caring, so for all I know, my cholesterol could have been higher
than today's numbers.
I have been on low carb (Atkins) for six months, losing 54 pounds. My blood
pressure has gone down (110/50 from 140/90). My percentages on FitDay
average 62% fat, 8% carb, 25% protein. I eat 1400-1500 cals a day.
I admit, I have been inactive, but I am starting a cardio/resistance
training program at the local hospital tomorrow, working out 3-4 times a
week. I am seeing my doctor for a follow up in 3 months to have my
cholesterol checked again.
Will the exercise program bring these numbers down, or am I destined to a
life of low fat dieting, which about right now, I am considering. I want to
lose 10-15 more pounds.
I'm probably ranting more than anything, I really expected better numbers
than that.
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Lisa
208/154/140-145
High weight in 2004: 228
Low-carb since June 2004