One Bite, and Triglycerides Are Already Leading the Dance: This Food is a "Paradise" for Blood Fats!
Triglycerides are a type of fat that the body uses for energy.
TL;DR
- Excess calories are converted to triglycerides and stored in fat cells.
- High triglyceride levels are asymptomatic but can damage blood vessels and increase atherosclerosis risk.
- Optimal triglyceride levels are below 150 mg/dl; levels over 200 mg/dl pose significant health risks.
- Foods that raise triglycerides include sugars, refined carbohydrates, saturated and trans fats, and alcohol.
- Regular physical activity naturally lowers triglycerides by helping the body use them as fuel.
- 30 minutes of brisk walking five times a week can reduce triglycerides by 20-30%.