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Re: exercise, post-menopause, and high cholesterol From: Kelly Shanahan, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net) Sat, 28 Feb 1998 22:22:28 -0600 (CST) Messages sorted by: [ date ][ thread ][ subject ][ author ] Next message: Kelly Shanahan, MD: "Re: Cramping during ovulation" Previous message: Devin: "Re: Dr Tom Brewer" In reply to: Hilary: "exercise, post-menopause, and high cholesterol" At Sat, 28 Feb 1998, Hilary wrote: > >I am interested in any information or ideas on exercise programming for >a 50 year old woman who has experienced an increase in her cholesterol >since menopause Is she on estrogen? Estrogen will lower total and LDL ("bad") cholesterol and raise HDL ("good") cholesterol. . She enjoys outdoor activities in the summer but is not >as active in the winter and has gained weight. I would appreciate any >suggestions. EXERCISE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Try winter outdoor activities like cross-country skiing or snowshoeing (if it's snowy in the area). If the weather is not snowy, than cantinue to walk, If it's one of those nasty, cold, rainy places, then jopin a gym and use the treadmill, exercise bike, aerobics classses, etc. Swimming is an excellent exercise that is easy on hte joints. > -- Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG S. Lake Tahoe, CA note: Opinions here are for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician. It cannot take the place of a face to face consultation and examination. Sorry, but private e-mails will not be answered. Next message: Kelly Shanahan, MD: "Re: Cramping during ovulation" Previous message: Devin: "Re: Dr Tom Brewer" In reply to: Hilary: "exercise, post-menopause, and high cholesterol"

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