My husband had very high triglycerides as reported from a blood test given free in our community. We are somewhat unclear as to what triglycerides are exactly and what the health implications are when they are high. That is more useful information. High triglycerides are considered a risk factor for heart disease.
Triglycerides are the main form of fat in the diet and the storage form of fat in the body.
You can reduce your triglyceride levels by eliminating alcohol and sugars from your diet. A diet with less saturated fat, more monounsaturated fat, and a fat percentage of 30 is desirable. If your levels do not decrease with these general changes, a more individualized diet plan with controlled carbohydrate intake may be necessary. A registered dietitian could help you with this. Go to the American Dietetic Association Web site for a listing of registered dieticians in your area.