Triglycerides – Has Yours Increased?

Triglycerides Are Not Just a Number

If your lipid profile shows elevated triglycerides, it should not be ignored.

High triglycerides are a metabolic warning sign.
They indicate that your body is struggling to properly process and store energy.

🔬 What Do High Triglycerides Indicate?

When triglycerides increase, it often leads to:
• Reduced HDL (good cholesterol)
• Insulin resistance
• Increased inflammation
• Fatty liver risk
• Future diabetes risk

Simple meaning: Your metabolism is under stress.
📊 Australian Triglyceride Reference (mmol/L)
• Normal: Less than 1.7
• Borderline High: 1.7 – 2.2
• High: 2.3 – 5.6
• Very High: 5.7 or more

🎯 Ideal Target for Metabolic Health
• Optimal triglycerides: Below 1.1 mmol/L
• HDL targets:
• Men: 1.0 mmol/L or higher
• Women: 1.3 mmol/L or higher

⚠ Above 5.7 mmol/L increases risk of pancreatitis.
High triglycerides + low HDL + increased waist size may indicate metabolic syndrome.

Why Do Triglycerides Increase?

1️⃣ Excess Carbohydrate Intake

When carbohydrates exceed your activity level:
• Excess glucose is stored in the liver
• Once storage is full, it converts to triglycerides
• Leads to fatty liver and lipid imbalance

Common contributors:
Bread, rice, wheat, maize, oats, millets, sugary foods, processed foods, excess fruits.
2️⃣ Abdominal Obesity

Belly fat strongly correlates with insulin resistance and elevated triglycerides.

3️⃣ Processed & Refined Foods

White bread, biscuits, packaged snacks, cornflakes, refined flour products increase triglycerides.

4️⃣ Refined Oils & Trans Fats

Refined vegetable oils, margarine, hydrogenated fats increase inflammation.

5️⃣ Sedentary Lifestyle

Lack of movement reduces fat metabolism efficiency.

6️⃣ Medical Causes
• High blood sugar
• Insulin deficiency
• Thyroid disorders
• Kidney disease

7️⃣ Frequent Snacking

Constant eating keeps insulin elevated.
High insulin promotes triglyceride production.

How to Correct High Triglycerides

✅ Reduce Refined Carbohydrates

Limit rice, wheat, refined flour and sugary foods — especially if inactive.

✅ Include Healthy Natural Fats

Moderate amounts of:
• Desi ghee
• Butter (in moderation)
• Mustard oil
• Extra virgin olive oil

✅ Increase Protein Intake

Protein stabilizes blood sugar and reduces cravings:
Pulses, paneer, soy, eggs, chicken, fish.

✅ Eat Green Vegetables Daily

Fiber improves gut health and reduces triglycerides.

✅ Walk 30–60 Minutes Daily

Brisk walking improves insulin sensitivity and fat metabolism.

✅ Avoid Unnecessary Snacking

Eat when hungry. In suitable individuals, supervised intermittent fasting can help.

✅ Avoid Alcohol

Alcohol significantly increases triglycerides and fatty liver risk.

✅ Maintain Healthy Weight

Practical metabolic guideline:
Height (cm) – 100 ≈ Ideal weight (kg)

Example:
170 cm ≈ 70 kg

✅ Natural Omega-3 Sources
• Walnuts
• Flaxseeds
• Chia seeds

🌿 Ayurvedic Support for High Triglycerides

In Ayurveda, high triglycerides are linked to:
• Kapha aggravation
• Weak Agni (digestive fire)
• Ama accumulation
• Medo Dhatu imbalance

Treatment focuses on:
✔ Deepana & Pachana
✔ Lekhana (fat-reducing herbs)
✔ Diet & lifestyle correction

Common Single Herbs Used Traditionally:
• Guggulu
• Arjuna
• Amalaki
• Methi
• Garlic
• Guduchi
• Kalonji

Herbs are selected based on individual constitution and metabolic condition.

High triglycerides are not just a lab value.
They are a signal from your liver and metabolism asking for correction.

With the right dietary guidance, lifestyle modification, and Ayurvedic support, triglycerides can be effectively managed.

Need Personalised Help?

If you are concerned about your triglyceride levels, insulin resistance, fatty liver, or metabolic health:

📞 Call: 03 9794 8546
📍 Ayurveda Yoga Wellness Clinic
Consult with qualified Ayurveda Doctors for personalised care. At Dandenong Clinic & Blackburn Clinic

Dr Santosh Yadav
Ayurveda Doctor
Ayurveda Yoga Wellness Clinic