High triglycerides are just as dangerous as cholesterol. The main reasons for this are:
1. Excessive calorie intake
The main reason is eating more calories than the body needs. The body converts this unused energy into triglycerides and stores it.
2. Excessive consumption of sweets and starches
Excessive consumption of sugar, sweet drinks, flour dishes, and white rice can sharply increase triglyceride levels. Simple carbohydrates quickly turn the body into fat.
3. Alcohol consumption
Alcohol is very high in calories and sugar. Even small amounts of alcohol can increase the production of triglycerides in the liver.
4. Lack of physical activity
When exercise decreases, the body does not burn the fat it has stored. This causes triglycerides to accumulate in the blood.
5. Diabetes and metabolic syndrome
In people with type 2 diabetes, blood sugar and fat increase because insulin does not work properly. This is exacerbated by high blood pressure (BP) and excess fat around the abdomen.
6. Certain medications and hormonal changes
Triglyceride levels can rise as a side effect of thyroid hormone deficiency (Hypothyroidism), kidney disease, steroids, or some medications to lower BP.
3 practical ways to reduce triglycerides:
Reduce sweets: Avoid sweets, sugar in tea, and bakery desserts as much as possible.
Omega-3 fatty acids: Including fish like sardines and mackerel and nuts like walnuts in your diet can help reduce triglycerides.
Regular exercise: Walking briskly for 30-40 minutes every day can help reduce this fat in the blood.
