Triglycerides

Lipids marker

Triglycerides

Category: Lipids
Unit: mmol/L

Type of fat in the blood. Elevated levels increase cardiovascular risk.

PED Notes

Can be elevated by high calorie bulking diets, especially high carb. GH use can worsen triglycerides. Fasted blood draw important for accurate reading (12h fast minimum).

Supplements:

  • Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) -- 2-3g/day (most effective for triglycerides)
  • Berberine -- 500mg 2-3x/day (before meals)

Lifestyle:

  • Reduce refined carbohydrates and sugar
  • Increase fibre intake
  • Regular cardio exercise
  • If on GH, consider dose reduction if persistently elevated

References:

  • Yokoyama, M., Origasa, H., Matsuzaki, M., et al. (2007). Effects of eicosapentaenoic acid on major coronary events (JELIS). The Lancet, 369(9567), 1090-1098. DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(07)60527-3
  • Calder, P. C. (2017). Omega-3 fatty acids and inflammatory processes. Biochemical Society Transactions, 45(5), 1105-1115. DOI: 10.1042/BST20160474
  • Dong, H., Zhao, Y., Zhao, L., & Lu, F. (2013). The effects of berberine on blood lipids: A systemic review and meta-analysis. Planta Medica, 79(6), 437-446. DOI: 10.1055/s-0032-1328321

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Reference Ranges

Standard Range

0 - 2 mmol/L

VitalMetrics Range

0 - 2.5 mmol/L

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