Guys, I just got my numbers back from my annual blood exam. My A1C came in at 4.7 this time, which I was very pleased with. I realize that many have differing views on this level of A1C, but I'm pleased with it as I've alleviated many of the lows with which I was struggling.
My blood numbers are as follows:
- Total Cholesterol 229
- LDL 172
- HDL 66
- Triglycerides 42
I'm aware that many doctors from around the world have differing views on cholesterol. My doctor is wanting to put me on a statin now, but I'm not convinced it is needed just yet. I'm open to it, but I'd like to better understand whether I have a real issue that needs addressing. There is much out there on dietary cholesterol not being the bogeyman people think it is, etc. There are also many European doctors that also feel cholesterol is not as big of an issue that we make it out to be as well.
My question for you is, what are your thoughts on my numbers. (Let's keep the discussion away from A1C). Does your doctor have unorthodox views? Should I be concerned in your estimation?
As a reminder, I'm a Type 1 Diabetic and have had the disease for 35 years. I'm on a high fat / high protein low carb diet and have been now for the better part of the last 15 years. I lift 5 nights a week and I'm 6"1' and 183 pounds of lean muscle and little body fat.
What say you?
My blood numbers are as follows:
- Total Cholesterol 229
- LDL 172
- HDL 66
- Triglycerides 42
I'm aware that many doctors from around the world have differing views on cholesterol. My doctor is wanting to put me on a statin now, but I'm not convinced it is needed just yet. I'm open to it, but I'd like to better understand whether I have a real issue that needs addressing. There is much out there on dietary cholesterol not being the bogeyman people think it is, etc. There are also many European doctors that also feel cholesterol is not as big of an issue that we make it out to be as well.
My question for you is, what are your thoughts on my numbers. (Let's keep the discussion away from A1C). Does your doctor have unorthodox views? Should I be concerned in your estimation?
As a reminder, I'm a Type 1 Diabetic and have had the disease for 35 years. I'm on a high fat / high protein low carb diet and have been now for the better part of the last 15 years. I lift 5 nights a week and I'm 6"1' and 183 pounds of lean muscle and little body fat.
What say you?
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