Beliefs have an important influence over non-adherence There are a number of important beliefs that can influence patient non-adherence. These include beliefs about their illness, their treatment, and their own capacity, or self-efficacy, to adhere (the belief that they can successfully perform a specific behavior to achieve a desired outcome).1In the COM-B framework, beliefs primarily…
Your guide to looking after yourself during Ramadan Celebrations, including Ramadan, can be tricky if you have a health condition such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease. However, it is still possible to fast while also looking after your health. Ramadan can be a time to enjoy wholesome foods that sustain you and look after your…
Along with other risk factors, a lack of physical exercise is a major cause of cardiovascular disease (CVD). 1 As dyslipidemia is linked to one’s cholesterol and triglyceride levels, regular activities have a significant impact on lowering cholesterol and triglycerides and on the risks of developing dyslipidemia. 1 Before starting any physical activity, you need…
Adopting a healthy diet is one of the key steps in managing dyslipidemia and controlling cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Many foods can be a source of cholesterol or other lipids that lead to or worsen dyslipidemia, so if you have dyslipidemia, you should pay close attention to what you eat. Do not forget to talk…
All people should control their cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Due to various risk factors, some of us may be more predisposed to potential heart problems than others. There are certain risks you cannot control, such as your age or genes. However, you can control a number of risk factors to lower your cholesterol and triglyceride…
Blood lipid profile as a key indicator of the cardiovascular health What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a lipid type essential to humans: it helps build cell membranes, synthesizes vitamin D (essential for the skin) and bile, and is an essential component of hormones, including sexual hormones. Cholesterol can be produced by the human body, but…
Medication will not work unless it is taken1. This may sound obvious, yet every second, a patient is not taking her medication properly. But what does it mean to be adherent? Adherence is the degree to which a patient follows a doctor’s prescription2. As a patient suffering from dyslipidemia, being adherent means controlling your lipid…
There are two types of dyslipidemia:1 Primary or secondary dyslipidemia can be divided into one of four groups, as follows. Hypercholesterolemia is characterized by very high levels of “bad cholesterol” (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL),2 above 239 mg/dL. If inherited and left untreated, people with this condition have a five-fold greater risk of developing cardiovascular disease…
Is dyslipidemia a heart condition? Dyslipidemia is a very common but serious condition that should not be overlooked. It is characterized by high levels of blood lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) that can affect normal circulation of the blood and lead to heart diseases. GLO2183558-2 The blood contains three main lipid types:1 Dyslipidemia is defined…
Why is it important to consult a doctor? If patients feel they need more information or are struggling to cope and have exhausted all options, there are professionals who can help. Improving the care that patients receive, comes through clear communication with their healthcare team. They can answer all your questions and concerns. By knowing…