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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about
00:12Top 5 Surprising Reasons Your Cholesterol Isn't Dropping
00:15You eat healthy, exercise, and take meds, so why's your cholesterol still up?
00:20Some hidden causes might be to blame.
00:221. It could be in your genes.
00:24If you have familial hypercholesterolemia, FH, your body can't clear cholesterol well.
00:28You've had high LDL since birth, and it keeps rising.
00:31Cholesterol builds up in your arteries, raising heart disease risk by 20 times.
00:36You might notice bumps on hands, elbows, knees, or near your eyes.
00:41Thick tendons, like your Achilles, and a white or gray ring around your iris.
00:45FH can be treated, but usually needs multiple meds like statins, azetamib, or PCSK9 inhibitors.
00:51Severe cases may need blood filtering or even a liver transplant.
00:552. Hidden fats in your diet.
00:57Cholesterol-free doesn't mean heart-healthy.
00:59Saturated and trans fats are what really raise cholesterol.
01:02Keep saturated fat under 6% of daily calories.
01:06Cut back on red and processed meats, full-fat dairy, and fried and packaged foods.
01:10Choose skim milk, low-fat dairy, fruits, veggies, whole grains, poultry, fish, nuts, and plant-based oils.
01:18Skip tropical ones.
01:203. Your exercise needs adjusting.
01:22Are you moving enough, and the right way?
01:24Aim for 30 minutes of moderate activity 5 to 7 days a week.
01:28Go for full-body, heart-boosting exercises like brisk walks, cycling, swimming, and yoga.
01:33Avoid pushing too hard too fast.
01:35It can cause injuries and slow you down long-term.
01:384. Some meds might be raising it.
01:40Meds for asthma, arthritis, connective tissue disorders, acne, retinoids, or progestin birth control can raise cholesterol.
01:46Also, if you're on statins and drink grapefruit juice, ask your doctor.
01:51Grapefruit can interfere with how your body breaks down the meds.
01:545. Smoking still hurts.
01:56Cigarette smoke damages vessels and blocks HDL from clearing cholesterol.
02:00One chemical, acrolaine, stops cholesterol from reaching your liver, where it's removed.
02:05That leads to build-up and narrowed arteries.
02:07Even small hidden factors can make a big difference.
02:10Check these off, and talk to your doctor if things still aren't improving.
02:13Come again to our next meeting Sunbro.
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