Hyperlipidemia is when there is an excess of lipids (fats) in the blood. This increases the risk of serious health outcomes including heart disease. Luckily, you have the power to take the necessary steps each day to manage or prevent this condition! In this article, we will discuss the risk factors of hyperlipidemia and how to prevent or manage it.
By knowing the risk factors associated with hyperlipidemia, you are one step closer to living a healthy life. Risk factors for hyperlipidemia include:
- Inactivity
- Smoking
- A diet high in saturated fat
- Excess carbohydrate intake
- Family history of high cholesterol
- Certain medications
Even though we cannot control certain risk factors such as family history of high cholesterol, there are many things we can control. If you know you may have a high risk of hyperlipidemia, follow the table below and see what adjustments you can make that may reduce the risk.
Click here to learn which foods to eat and which foods to avoid if you have hyperlipidemia.
To sum up, you CAN control your risk of developing hyperlipidemia. Small changes in your daily life can go a long way. Remember that living a healthy life is not a sprint; it’s a marathon. You have the power to improve your health!
