Priority | Assigned On | Next Steps | Assignee | Status |
High | 12/12/2013 | Limit alcohol intake; 2 drinks a week maximum | Dr. Berg | Progress | |
High | 12/01/2014 | Take Gentle Chair Yoga Class | Dr. Berg | Progress | |
Moderate | 14/01/2014 | Make a follow-up appointment in 2 weeks | Dr. Berg | Progress | |
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All fats are composed of a mixture of three types of fat–saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat.
Animal fats are composed of more saturated fats and vegetable fats are composed of primarily unsaturated fats.
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Monosaturated Fat:
Raises LDL-C
lowers HDL-C
Olive Oil
Canola Oil
Peanut Oil
Nuts
Seeds
Tofu
Peanut Butter
Avocado
Polyunsaturated Fat:
May lower LDL-C
Lowers HDL-C
Olive Oil
Canola Oil
Soybean Oil
Canola Oil
Soybean Oil
Omega-3:
Commonly called "fish oil"
Salmon Fish
Tuna
Mackerel
Herring
Flaxseed (ground/oil)*
Walnuts*
Omega-3 Supplements:**
Omega-3 from the listed food sources is preferred. However, if you take supplements, the American Heart Association recommends:
- 1 gram EPA + DHA if documented heart disease
- 2 to 4 grams EPA + DHA for high triglycerides
*Not as enriched.
**Always check with your doctor before taking dietary supplements.