High Cholesterol

High Cholesterol

اسلاید 1: High CholesterolKeep it Out of the Blood!!!By: Ali Al Mandhry, MCL

اسلاید 2: Overview of CholesterolCholesterol is a type of FAT (LIPID), found in the blood and body cells. It is carried in the blood attached to a protein in the form of : LDL ,HDL & VLDL.It is Essential for many VITAL body functions:Formation & Maintenance of cell membranesFormation of several HormonesProduction of bile salts which help digest food.Conversion into Vitamin D in the skin when exposed to sunlight.85% of cholesterol is ENDOGENOUS (Liver), 15% from DIET (Dietary Cholesterol)

اسلاید 3: Cholesterol+TriglyceridesLipoproteinsVLDLHDLLDLLDH and HDL are forms in which fat and cholesterol get transported in the bloodHDLgoodLDLbad

اسلاید 4: Why is Cholesterol Control important?It is ONE of the MAJOR RISK FACTORS for Heart Disease.High Cholesterol & other fats in the blood can lead to heart disease & Stroke.It causes a condition Called “Atherosclerosis” i.e. Narrowing & Hardening of the arteries that supply the: – Heart , Brain, & Other organs

اسلاید 5: LDLLDLThe problem with cholesterol happens when special cells catch LDL and deposit the cholesterol out of it in the walls of the blood vessels. This is called ARTHEROSCLEROSIS.Too much Cholesterol Results in !! ??

اسلاید 6: LDLLDLHDLHELPHDLHDL usually collects the bad cholesterol and takes it back to the liver. That is why HDL is known as “good cholesterol.”An easy way to remember that HDL is good H=Help, since HDL helps collect bad cholesterol and, therefore, helps prevent heart attack.What a blessing!!

اسلاید 7: Overview of the Artery

اسلاید 8: How is high Cholesterol detected? Total Cholesterol (Non fasting) Your total cholesterol level is the total amount of cholesterol in your blood.Lipid profile (Lipoprotein Analysis):Total cholesterolHDL Cholesterol LDL Cholesterol Triglycerides. A lipid profile requires you to fast for 12 hours before the test. This test, which most doctors use to help determine your risk for problemsThere are two types of Blood tests that determines High Cholesterol:

اسلاید 9: What is HIGH CholesterolTotal Cholesterol LevelsLDL Cholesterol Levels6.2 mmol/L or more is High Cholesterol & it means you are at increased risk for heart disease.4.1 mmol/L or more you are at higher risk for heart disease

اسلاید 10: Recommended level of Total Cholesterol

اسلاید 11: Greater than Normal values Very high cholesterol and triglyceride levels may mean you have An inherited form of high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia or hyperlipidemia). High cholesterol levels may also be related to other conditions, such asDiabetesHypothyroidismKidney or Liver disease. HDL cholesterol levels greater than 1.56 mmol/L (100 mg/dL) can help protect a person from developing coronary artery disease and Stroke. (Negative Risk Factor)

اسلاید 12: Lower than Normal valuesUnusually low cholesterol levels may indicate Liver disease (Cirrhosis or Hepatitis), MalnutritionHyperthyroidism HDL cholesterol levels lower than 1.04 mmol/L (<40 mg/dL) increase a persons risk of developing coronary artery disease, especially in people who also have high total cholesterol levels.

اسلاید 13: Coronary Heart Disease & Diabetes< 2.6 mmol/LMultiple (2+) risk factors< 3.4 mmol/LZero to one risk factorRisk CategoryLDL- GOAL< 4.1 mmol/LThree RISK Categories

اسلاید 14: Risk Factors of High CholesterolA Family HistoryAgeGenderDietCigarette SmokingObesityMedical Conditions: Diabetes, High BPStress

اسلاید 15: PDO Medical Laboratory Cholesterol Estimations Jan – Sept. 2003

اسلاید 16: Total Cholesterol analysed in PDO Lab

اسلاید 17: High Cholesterol in PDO

اسلاید 18: High Cholesterol by Age

اسلاید 19: High Cholesterol by Gender

اسلاید 20: LDL Cholesterol Estimations

اسلاید 21: High LDL Cholesterol Detected – Jan to Aug 2003 -

اسلاید 22: High LDL Cholesterol Detected – Jan to Aug 2003 -

اسلاید 23: High LDL Cholesterol Detected – Jan to Aug 2003 -

اسلاید 24: High LDL Cholesterol by Ethnicity – Jan to Aug 2003 -

اسلاید 25: Steps to Prevent High CholesterolQuit SmokingReduce Excess Weight Increase Physical ActivityMaintain Normal Blood pressureControl Diabetes, HypothyroidismModify Diet

اسلاید 26: Tips for Eating smartLimit saturated fats, like dairy fats (in ice cream and butter), palm and coconut oil (in baked goods) and Red meat and meat products. Limit high-cholesterol foods, like egg yolks, organ meats (such as liver) and shellfish. Choose lean cuts when you eat beef and lamb. Also eat smaller portions.Eat more fruits and vegetables. Eat a variety of fibre-rich foods, like oats, dark breads and apples.Eat more boiled or grilled fish and skinless chicken breasts. Avoid fried foods.Choose low-fat or non-fat dairy products.

اسلاید 27: Weight gain results from food intake being greater than physical activityBalancing the Equation

اسلاید 28: Weight loss results from food intake being less than physical activityBalancing the Equation

اسلاید 29: Weight maintenance occurs from food intake equaling physical activityBalancing the Equation

اسلاید 30: Beware - LDL cholesterol ! The main goal of checking your lipid profile is to determine your LDL (bad) cholesterol. Your LDL measurement is very important because:Your LDL level helps your doctor determine if you are at risk for heart disease. Having a high LDL cholesterol level increases your risk of having a heart attack. Lowering your LDL level reduces your risk for having a heart attack. Elevated LDL cholesterol is the primary target of Treatment (Cholesterol-lowering therapy).LDL value is also used to determine the most effective treatment approach:Lifestyle Changes. Medication, or both.

اسلاید 31: Thank YouIts time for you to enjoy your Lunch “Cholesterol-Free”