"Cholesterol Case Study"
1. Why is John’s doctor concerned about his blood work? What is the risk of having high total cholesterol? LDL? Triglycerides?
John’s doctor is rightfully concerned for him. Having high total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides can indicate a higher likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease. From class, I’ve learned that elevated or too much cholesterol, in particular, can lead to atherosclerosis a condition that entails formerly healthy arterial walls becoming thickened with excess deposits of cholesterol and other substances which is collectively referred to as arterial plaque. This plaque within the walls acts to restrict blood flow within the artery, which can eventually lead to blood clots that result in …show more content…
What is the difference between HDL and LDL?
HDL, or “good cholesterol”, is a lipoprotein that carries lipids away from arterial tissue and to the liver, where it is broken down and eventually removed from the body. It is considered good because it aids in removing excess cholesterol from stored up arterial plaque. Meanwhile, LDL, or “bad cholesterol”, pretty much does the opposite of what HDL does. The lipoprotein transports lipids to arterial tissues. If LDL levels are high or if the lipoproteins are damaged, they can actually add more plague to arterial walls.
3. What is the risk of having an HDL of 25? According to the “Classification of Blood Lipids” section in the textbook, having HDL levels lower than 40 mg/dl for men and 50 mg/dl for women typically classifies one as being high risk for atherosclerosis. John’s HDL of 25 is well below the points needed to reach the recommended HDL level. Having such a low HDL is directly linked to the development of cardiovascular disease.
4. What are healthy ranges for total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and …show more content…
Like instead of buying any of the deep fried chicken options which are bound to be drenched in saturated fat, he could opt to get their grilled chicken instead. For instance, the Kentucky Grilled Chicken® Breast has about 180 calories, 105mg of cholesterol, and 2g saturated fat. Meanwhile, the Original Recipe® Chicken Breast has a whopping 320 calories, 150mg of cholesterol, and 3.5g saturated fat. He could get the green beans, which has about 25 calories as opposed to any of the other options whose calories range from anywhere between 70 and 270 calories. The Kentucky Grilled Chicken® Breast and green bean combo is healthier than the Original Recipe® Chicken Breast combined with any of the other sides listed on the menu. It’s healthier simply because the combo has less calories, lower saturated fat and, perhaps more importantly, less
1. Why is John’s doctor concerned about his blood work? What is the risk of having high total cholesterol? LDL? Triglycerides?
John’s doctor is rightfully concerned for him. Having high total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides can indicate a higher likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease. From class, I’ve learned that elevated or too much cholesterol, in particular, can lead to atherosclerosis a condition that entails formerly healthy arterial walls becoming thickened with excess deposits of cholesterol and other substances which is collectively referred to as arterial plaque. This plaque within the walls acts to restrict blood flow within the artery, which can eventually lead to blood clots that result in …show more content…
What is the difference between HDL and LDL?
HDL, or “good cholesterol”, is a lipoprotein that carries lipids away from arterial tissue and to the liver, where it is broken down and eventually removed from the body. It is considered good because it aids in removing excess cholesterol from stored up arterial plaque. Meanwhile, LDL, or “bad cholesterol”, pretty much does the opposite of what HDL does. The lipoprotein transports lipids to arterial tissues. If LDL levels are high or if the lipoproteins are damaged, they can actually add more plague to arterial walls.
3. What is the risk of having an HDL of 25? According to the “Classification of Blood Lipids” section in the textbook, having HDL levels lower than 40 mg/dl for men and 50 mg/dl for women typically classifies one as being high risk for atherosclerosis. John’s HDL of 25 is well below the points needed to reach the recommended HDL level. Having such a low HDL is directly linked to the development of cardiovascular disease.
4. What are healthy ranges for total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and …show more content…
Like instead of buying any of the deep fried chicken options which are bound to be drenched in saturated fat, he could opt to get their grilled chicken instead. For instance, the Kentucky Grilled Chicken® Breast has about 180 calories, 105mg of cholesterol, and 2g saturated fat. Meanwhile, the Original Recipe® Chicken Breast has a whopping 320 calories, 150mg of cholesterol, and 3.5g saturated fat. He could get the green beans, which has about 25 calories as opposed to any of the other options whose calories range from anywhere between 70 and 270 calories. The Kentucky Grilled Chicken® Breast and green bean combo is healthier than the Original Recipe® Chicken Breast combined with any of the other sides listed on the menu. It’s healthier simply because the combo has less calories, lower saturated fat and, perhaps more importantly, less