What can I do to help lower my Lp-PLA2 levels?
There are a number of things you can do to lower your overall
risk of heart disease, as well as lowering your Lp-PLA2 levels.
• Adopting a heart-healthy diet can help to lower your Lp-PLA2
levels. Eat more vegetables, fruits, and whole grain foods and
reduce the amount of fatty foods you eat.
• Exercise can also help to reduce your Lp-PLA2 levels.
• If you smoke, quit. It is not easy but there are programs and
strategies (including over-the-counter and prescription
medications) that can improve your chance of
success. Talk with your medical provider to
find what works best for you.
• See your dentist. Periodontal disease
may elevate Lp-PLA2
.
• There are prescription and nonprescription medicines, as well as
supplements, your medical provider can
give you that reduce Lp-PLA2 levels.
Your medical provider will work with you
to develop a treatment plan that is right for
you to help reduce your risk of heart attack
and stroke
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