Does exercise lower cholesterol and triglycerides?
Yes, exercise can lower triglycerides and cholesterol.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
Aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity on most or all days of the week. Regular exercise can lower triglycerides and boost "good" cholesterol. Try to incorporate more physical activity into your daily tasks. For example, climb the stairs at work or take a walk during breaks
The easiest pill free ways to control cholesterol and triglycerides naturally are doing free hand exercises and eating foods that do not add to unhealthy cholesterol in the body such as oats, legumes, nuts etc
One must drink alcohol in moderation as it is one of the major reasons for unexplained high cholesterol along with unhealthy foods. Also, exercise for 5 days a week so that cholesterol levels are in check.
Even when cholesterol levels are normal, high triglycerides increase the risk of developing heart disease, especially in postmenopausal women.
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