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Old 29-07-2009, 10:52
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Hi my dad and bro both have high cholesterol and also are a bit on the diabetic side – my recent blood test shows mine were both higher than he would like but not in any danger zones yet (I am older than my brother… (younger than my dad )

Before the test for a few months I was travelling a lot and my diet was pretty bad and my alcohol intake very high – which may have been a factor.

I’m having another blood test in 4 weeks and so want to see whether it was high due to lifestyle or genetics.

Now I am bang on my ideal weight and don’t want to lose any more really and I certainly don’t want to lose my muscle mass so I’m looking for meals/foods that can provide the protein but not the cholesterol – nuts are a no no (food wise, not posters )


I have cut out drinking alcohol completely – and am eating more oily fish – but even in 2 days I feel I have lost weight – so god knows what I will be like in 4 weeks!


So summary – what yummy things can I eat that are low in cholesterol that will feed the muscles for when I exercise! Any help greatly appreciated!
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Old 29-07-2009, 11:47
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As you say oily fish is a good source of protien Another is Turkey
Taken from http://www.turkey-recipes.co.uk/
An 85 grams serving of boned, skinless turkey breast contains 26 grams of protein, 1 gram of fat and zero saturated fat.

Turkey is a cheap source of iron, zinc, phosphorus, potassium and B vitamins.
Pulses are also excellent sources of protien
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Old 29-07-2009, 11:49
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Beans are a great source of protein and have anywhere from 80-120 calories per 100 grams, depending on the variety.

You could make a meatless 3 bean chili, a black bean burrito, or hummus with chick peas. Beans on toast is another good one! You can also make a lentil soup or a tarka daal or even a meatless dansak.

Tofu is another great source of protein. I love it i stir-frys.

Low-fat yogurts, cottage cheese, and quark have a decent amount of protein too.
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Old 29-07-2009, 12:00
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OK thanks guys!

what about roast chicken - is turkey just an exception?

what about turkey dansak - sounds... interesting!
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Old 29-07-2009, 12:05
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OK thanks guys!

what about roast chicken - is turkey just an exception?

what about turkey dansak - sounds... interesting!
IIRC turkey has a higher protien value over chicken and also it contains no carbohydrates
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Old 29-07-2009, 16:20
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Why not nuts? They provide protein and fats and are low carb. Why do you want to reduce your cholesterol, the 'diet/heart' hypothesis is a myth after all. If you reduce your cholesterol in your food your body will just make what it needs anyway. Far too much hype (and money) is made from the gullible trying to get their cholesterol as low as possible, so unless you want to actually increase your risk of cancer and stroke, you go ahead and lower it.
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Old 29-07-2009, 16:26
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Why not nuts? They provide protein and fats and are low carb. Why do you want to reduce your cholesterol, the 'diet/heart' hypothesis is a myth after all. If you reduce your cholesterol in your food your body will just make what it needs anyway. Far too much hype (and money) is made from the gullible trying to get their cholesterol as low as possible, so unless you want to actually increase your risk of cancer and stroke, you go ahead and lower it.
I had a whole response ready - but actually it's pretty obvious you are on the wind up - so naaaa
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Old 29-07-2009, 16:30
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The body makes cholesterol from fat, reducing that is the best plan.
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Old 29-07-2009, 16:52
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Is it Carnivegan that cooks everything in lard or butter? I might have him/her mistaken for someone else, but if not s/he won't cook with any type of veg oil and just uses animal fat that is targeted for raising 'bad' cholesterol - due to high saturated fat content.
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Old 29-07-2009, 16:55
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I had a whole response ready - but actually it's pretty obvious you are on the wind up - so naaaa
Is it Carnivegan that cooks everything in lard or butter? I might have him/her mistaken for someone else, but if not s/he won't cook with any type of veg oil and just uses animal fat that is targeted for raising 'bad' cholesterol - due to high saturated fat content.
I believe the poster in question actually follows the Aitkens diet - hence some of the more "bizarre" things that are sometimes said!!

CF, would it be worth speaking to a nutritionist?? I know they are not that easy to come by but I don't think anyone here will have the specific knowledge?? Although of course DS has the answer to everything

If you feel thinner after a few days then it's best to get this right and do it properly!!
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Old 29-07-2009, 17:39
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I believe the poster in question actually follows the Aitkens diet - hence some of the more "bizarre" things that are sometimes said!!
he was def on the wind up - as ai it didn't occur to him I might be allergic or even god forbib - not like nuts!

If you feel thinner after a few days then it's best to get this right and do it properly!!
thinking about it - it might just be cos I'm not so gasey from the beer!

maybe a nutritionlist might be the way to go!

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Old 29-07-2009, 17:55
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I believe the poster in question actually follows the Aitkens diet - hence some of the more "bizarre" things that are sometimes said!!
Oh Atkins, right-o. Isn't he the guy that made a lot of money off gullible people trying to lose weight?

Besides Atkins is primarily about carbs. Vegi oils don't contain any carbs. I think the argument about veg oils is that cooking for a long period on high heat may turn them rancid and carginogenic - however that could be said for any overcooked and/or burnt food with fat.

I might be wrong, but this animal V veg oil is a spurious part of the Atkins diet.
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Old 29-07-2009, 17:59
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Oh dear, again the ignorance about anything regarding diet, fats and cholesterol on this site is straight from the Daily Mail school of nutrition and quite astounding. No wonder you are all sick.
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Old 29-07-2009, 18:39
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Oh dear, again the ignorance about anything regarding diet, fats and cholesterol on this site is straight from the Daily Mail school of nutrition and quite astounding. No wonder you are all sick.
Oh dear, maybe you should try to educate us then and sweepingly dismiss anything that comes back at you from the scientific/health community that is contrary to your views as being incorrect and a tabloid conspiracy.

Btw, your sweeping statement about me being sick is incorrect - maybe the lack of carbs in your diet means you can't get your brain into gear before acting?
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Old 29-07-2009, 21:16
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Having high cholesterol doesn't mean much on its own. The majority of people who have heart attacks have 'normal' levels.

Eating less cholesterol won't reduce your blood cholesterol - they're two different things and it's other factors that affect blood cholesterol.

Oh and lard over veg oil every time if you're planning on cooking with it. Damaged oils are one of the most harmful things you can consume. Coconut oil is a really good option but it's expensive.
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Old 29-07-2009, 22:03
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Coconut oil is a really good option but it's expensive.
strangely the doctor gave me a leaflet which said that was the one to definately avoid...
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Old 29-07-2009, 22:07
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Having high cholesterol doesn't mean much on its own. The majority of people who have heart attacks have 'normal' levels.

Eating less cholesterol won't reduce your blood cholesterol - they're two different things and it's other factors that affect blood cholesterol.

Oh and lard over veg oil every time if you're planning on cooking with it. Damaged oils are one of the most harmful things you can consume. Coconut oil is a really good option but it's expensive.
Absolutely, what he said, as I have been telling you all for years, coconut oil especially.
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Old 29-07-2009, 22:29
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strangely the doctor gave me a leaflet which said that was the one to definately avoid...

That's because it's structure means it's classified as saturated so they just say it's bad. The alternative would be research into it and for the amount of people who consume it I think they're unlikely to bother.

Holland and Barrett, amongst many others sell it as a health supplement and it's very popular.

Unfortunately dietary advice has to be directed at the lowest common denominator (traffic lights anyone?) so as not to confuse therefore everything gets a blanket statement of good or bad.

The irony is you replace 'bad' things with worse things as has been the case with all the chemical and additive-laden 'low fat' food that's been thrown our way in recent years.
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Old 03-09-2009, 11:57
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Oh and lard over veg oil every time if you're planning on cooking with it. Damaged oils are one of the most harmful things you can consume. Coconut oil is a really good option but it's expensive.
Never knew this. I always thought Lard was really bad for you and cook with vegetable oil all the time these days.
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