I am on keto diet and my cholesterol went up to 192, it used to be 179. I lost 13 pounds after I started keto diet about 1 month ago. I feel great. Should I be concerned about my cholesterol? Will exercise help me to reduce it?
High cholesterol
Baytowvin
(TJ Borden)
#2
Short answer: No
Longer answer: Search the forum in the show me the science category for topics on cholesterol. Most doctors have completely misunderstood how cholesterol works and the there’s more to it than just HDL and LDL.
ketoteacher1
#3
I had cholesterol much higher than that on a vegan diet :)!! That was with exercising daily, good sleep, meditation, the works!
Worry not. You’re absolutely fine.
Stabla
(Stacy Blanchard)
#4
Best talk about cholesterol I have heard is on the podcast Boundless Health episodes from January 2 and February 6 featuring Dave Feldman.
Also you can check out the video of Dave Feldman on his site www.cholestrolcode.com
These resources should put your fears to rest and help you if your doctor gets concerned. Good luck.
PaulL
(You've tried everything else; why not try bacon?)
#5
Also, your numbers will probably come down at least somewhat after you’ve been in ketosis for six months. Right now, your body is still adjusting, so the number is out of whack.