Does exercise lower cholesterol and triglycerides?

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Dr Shaik Kalam

General Practitioner

MD (Physician)
3+ Yrs

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Yes, exercise can lower triglycerides and cholesterol.

Dr. Shaik Suggests...

Take a C. DIFFICILE TOXIN A & B AND GDH, STOOL Test or Take a ALLERGY FRUIT PANEL (MINI) Test

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Answered 24/07/2025

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