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Triglycerides: just one part of your cholesterol

Gaffar Syed MD Blog Triglycerides: just one part of your cholesterol

Many people who eat a highly processed/fast food diet find they have fatty liver. Ultrasounds or elevated serum enzymes may confirm fatty liver. This is reversible. It is never too late to improve your food choices. You are what you eat. It takes 181 days to restore a healthy liver. Remember, consume water, plenty of colorful vegetables, lean proteins and exercise. Limit sugar containg drinks and alcohol. Your liver will appreciate you.

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