Lipoprotein a – How to Lower Lipoprotein a
Lipoprotein(a) levels are not affected by the foods you eat or your activity level. There are no prescription medications, including statin drugs, that have an impact on reducing levels. That doesn’t mean you don’t have options if you live with an elevated lipoprotein(a). Using supplements, such as omega 3’s, niacin, and vitamin C are three options for reducing lipoprotein(a).
Work with your doctor to learn your lipoprotein(a) and the best treatment approach for you.
Testing lipoprotein a
Function of lipoprotein a
Dangers of elevated lipoprotain a
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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I believe that my highly elevated levels of lpa come from exposure to toxins from a breast implant. Along with this I have elevated levels of CLA and APA. According to blood tests I have had these in my body for at least 19 years. I have not yet suffered a heart attack or stroke. I am otherwise considered healthy for my age of 62. I am a female.I cholesterol levels are being controlled by zocor and tricor. I have a total cholesterol of 180. LDl 101, HDl 81, and Tri of 63.
Do all these elevated levels of LPA, CLA and APA mean I will definately develope problems. Is there anything preventative that I can do.
My implants were removed in 1993. Thank you for your time, Shelli
Hi Shelli,
If your implants were the contributing factor to your elevated CLA, APA, and Lipoprotein(a) then your levels should have improved somewhat since the removal. If they have not I think there are additional factors causing your elevated levels. Lipoprotein(a) is mainly a hereditary factor. Just as an FYI, I have a similar issue. My standard cholesterol labwork is great, but my Lipoprotein(a) is off the chart. There are steps you can try to improve levels, such as niacin supplements, vitamin C, and omega 3 fatty acids. However, I recommend discussing all supplements with your physician. I just learned my lipoprotein(a) was high this past summer. I’ve implemented these strategies to lower it, but I haven’t re-checked my levels yet to see if it’s been effective or not. I’m not as familiar with steps to lower CLA and APA off the top of my head.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
I am 29 yr male, was having problem of high BP (130/90) for about an year. Two months ago , I got my complete lipid profile checked. In that report, my LPa level was found at 168, my cholestrol level was at borderline, and other factors like Apolipoprotien were within range. Thereafter, I started with Placeux Therapy with Dr. Mirchandani at Gurgaon, India. It has been 6 weeks now, and I have had taken 5ml, 10ml, 10ml, 15ml, 15ml and then 20ml of PXN. Tp the surprise of everyone, by BP has only worsened during this period. It has become almost 130/100-110 during the past week.
I havent been taking any allopathic medicine till now. i have been taking – Niacin, Vit C, Vit E, Folic Acid and R85 (Dr. Reckeweg). But it wasnt able to control by high BP. So the doctor started with Amlodipin 5 mg yesterday.
I would like to know your opinion about my case.
Regards
Namit
Hello Lisa:
Last year I had my LP(a) tested and it was 195.
I started taking Niacin, according to the study from {Norway I believe}. It is a reliable brand, sold in the major health food store [inositol hexanicotinate}, fish oil and Vit C working my way up to 2100 mg Niacin. In 6 months my LP(a) went to 187 so underwhelming I increased it to 2400 mg. 9 months it went to 190 and now a year later, it is at 201 really underwhelming!
Since yours is also high, I know you have a personal interest and I wonder if you have found anything to help lower it?
y other lipids are fine, and I eat well and exercise.
If I can somehow get mine down, I will pass the info along to you.
Thanks for your time,
Ann P
Hi Ann,
How discouraging! It’s been a year now and I really need to get my lp(a) levels retested to see what’s happened for me. I haven’t done such high levels of niacin. Did you listen to the teleseries “Conversations with the Masters of Healing” hosted by Dr. Shelby-Lane? She interviewed cardiologist Dr. Stephen Sinatra and during the call I mentioned my exceedingly high levels (162) and he recommended niacin, omega 3’s, and nanokinase (in his book his also covers Vitamin C). I haven’t looked into where you can purchase nanokinase yet. He also recommended I do regular “Earthing”. Have you ever heard of this? I hadn’t until this call a couple weeks ago, but benefits have been linked to walking barefoot outside, such as blood thinning. If you are interested in replays from this series, you can still register and purchase call replays – http://www.goldbar.net/ua/link.php?affID=lmg_ad.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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