65% Fat and Cholesterol

[wannabethintoo]

Just got back from a visit with my doctor. We had a long discussion about fat and cholesterol. I really didn't have an answer for his concern about the amount of fat that I am eating on this diet. If you follow the 65% fat, 30% protein and 5% Carb rule then the majority of what you are eating in a day is fat. Since fat consumption is what affects cholesterol then won't atkin dieters have high cholesterol?

I was tested for cholesterol 2 weeks before starting the Atkins diet and my levels were perfect. I wanted my doctor to test again to see the effect but he refused because he said that they would most likely be high because of my diet.

I thought I heard that many people on this diet have lowered their cholesterol.

[FightingTheFight]

Since fat consumption is what affects cholesterol then won't atkin dieters have high cholesterol?

Eating foods with cholesterol is not the problem. Especially eating healthy foods. Your body creates cholesterol, whatever you don't eat, it makes and vice versa.

What Fats do cause cholesterol are bad fats. Such as Trans fats. They are called that because they have been transformed from their original state and have become damaged. Most foods that include trans fats are junk foods such as chips,candy,cookies, and fast foods.

I would suggest waiting a full 6 weeks before checking your lipids again. Then you can throw it in your Dr.'s face.

[wannabethintoo]

So fats from butter, meats, bacon, eggs are good fats and shouldn't affect cholesterol negatively?

[america57]

Hi Wannabethintoo,

Here is a exert from Atkins For Life - page 67

The Truth About Cholesterol

So let's deal with your inevitable question: Does eating a high-fat diet raise my blood cholesterol level and contribute to an inceased risk of heart disease? In most cases the answer is no, except in the presence of excess carbs and excess calories - the very way of eating that typifies the American diet. A perfect example is a Big Mac on a bun with fries washed down with a supersize cola. Studies following individuals for up to one year actually show that when fat is consumed in a controlled-carb setting, it actually lowers the risk of coronary/vascular disease.

You should get this book, read it and then have a conversation with your doctor.

[Doris M.]

Hi Wannabethintoo - I have had my lab results in the past week or so. In 3 months on Atkins WOE, my Chloesterol went from 302 to 226! My triglycerides went from 219 to 109! Trust me, this 'fatty' lifestyle will be GOOD for your bloodwork results! My Blood sugar went from 122 to 80.

Once you have been on the program at least 6 weeks, demand bloodwork! Then get your doctor to be more supportive.

[ttdriver]

Originally Posted by america57

Hi Wannabethintoo,

Here is a exert from Atkins For Life - page 67

The Truth About Cholesterol

So let's deal with your inevitable question: Does eating a high-fat diet raise my blood cholesterol level and contribute to an inceased risk of heart disease? In most cases the answer is no, except in the presence of excess carbs and excess calories - the very way of eating that typifies the American diet. A perfect example is a Big Mac on a bun with fries washed down with a supersize cola. Studies following individuals for up to one year actually show that when fat is consumed in a controlled-carb setting, it actually lowers the risk of coronary/vascular disease.

You should get this book, read it and then have a conversation with your doctor.

Amen!

Your doctor needs a good education on cholesterol.

Your body manufactures 80% of its own cholesterol in your liver. The remaining 20% is comprised of the cholesterol in your diet. If you restrict dietary cholesterol, your body simply makes more to compensate for it.

I eat alot of saturated fats and my cholesterol ratio is 1.12. Fat is the fuel your body can use when you're on Atkins. Fat (without the refined carbs) is very healthy for you.

I suggest you read the following links:
http://www.second-opinions.co.uk/cho...ol_myth_1.html
http://www.second-opinions.co.uk/cho...ol_myth_2.html



Betty

[wannabethintoo]

See. I knew you guys would have the answers. I'm going to read up on those links and get the book Atkins for Life. I'll be prepared next time I see my doctor in a month.

I'm also going to insist on getting blood work done when I see him.

Thanks a lot everyone.

[not2late]

Another book you might want to look at is Know your Fats by Mary P. Enig, PhD. She's a leading researcher on fats and their effects on your body. Very good book. In fact, if you might want your physician to read it too.

[wannabethintoo]

Originally Posted by not2late

Another book you might want to look at is Know your Fats by Mary P. Enig, PhD. She's a leading researcher on fats and their effects on your body. Very good book. In fact, if you might want your physician to read it too.

That's a very good idea. He gets me to read a lot of books of his choice now I can get him to read one of mine.

I'll look it up. Thanks a lot.

[Momtofour]

I just wanted to let you know my doctors take on this. I asked him about Atkins when I wanted to lose weight and he said,"How do you think I got to my current weight?" He and 5 other doctor friends all did Atkins over 3 years ago. They all tested their blood periodically, and they all had dramatic improvements. They are all still eating this way. He totally supports this WOE. Good luck and the next appointment and demand the test.

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