What increases HDL Cholesterol?
There are many things that can help raise your HDL. Exercise is one of the most helpful things you can do. I am not talking about having to go out and kill yourself exercisingsimply walking at a brisk pace for 30 minutes every day will raise your HDL levels. A few years ago after I had my back surgery, I started a walking program 30 minutes each morning. When I started, my HDL was 38. My other cholesterol levels were fine. I checked my HDL last year and it had risen to 50! I dont with exercise, but I am consistent every day with my 30 minute walk. Not smoking is very important in raising HDL. This should not be a problem for the members of our Church who follow the word of wisdom, but I wanted to mention it to be complete. If you or someone you know smokes (cigarettes, pipe, cigar, marijuanaanything) encourage them to quit. It is arguably the best thing overall you can do for your health. Weight loss helps raise HDL. Isnt that interesting? You might think that because HDL is a type of
