I went to the doctor last Monday for my yearly physical. It was a new doctor again, because we switched insurance companies (again) in July. Seriously, since I graduated from college (3.5 years ago), I've had 5 insurance companies. I know.
So, she was going through the family medical history. At almost every question, the answer was, "Yes, my dad, his sister, and my mother's mother." Questions like, "Is there a history of thyroid abnormalities?" "Is there a history of diabetes?" "Is there a history of heart problems?" Family history is not predicting a perfectly health life...
So, she decides to do some blood tests as a base line. And wouldnt you know it? Every test came back normal except good cholesterol. That was low. My level is 28, and its supposed to be above 40. So, how do you raise your good cholesterol levels? I'll let you know if I find out.
Kelly! Didn't realize you guys had a blog! How in the world are you?
ReplyDeleteTo answer your question about cholesterol, I think it has to do with eating good fats (olive oil, avocados, fish) and fiber. Don't quot me on that, but that's the first thing that came to my mind.