Dyslipidemias have been classified according to the type of excess lipoprotein particles in the blood. We can distinguish hyperlipidemia with high cholesterol in LDL and normal triglyceridemia. Treatment of dyslipidemia can be pharmacological and nonpharmacological. The latter involves regular diet and muscle exercise, which should also be practiced at all times to improve the effectiveness of the drugs administered.
Tips dietary
Dietary treatment of hyperlipidemia is very important, as it can normalize the lipidemic picture or improve pharmacological efficacy. The diet includes a total fat intake of no more than 30 percent of total calories. In particular, saturated fatty acids such as butter, lard, cream, lard, cheese, fatty meats and sausages should not exceed 8-10% of total calories. Monounsaturated fatty acids, particularly extra virgin olive oil, should be preferred as they reduce LDL cholesterol. As for, however, the Ac. Polyunsaturated fats, Omega 6 reduces serum cholesterol concentrations, while Omega 3 has a good hypotriglyceridemic effect. Cholestrerol-rich foods, such as eggs and shellfish, should be reduced. A diet rich in plant fiber is helpful in these cases.
Source: Handbook of Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition by Franco Contaldo et al.
