The new studies also call into question the way triglyceride levels are measured, after a 12-hour fast.
It can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage.
Those who do end up with very high triglyceride levels - but only if they become fat.
For men, normal triglyceride levels are 100 to 120.
But the relationship is still not fully understood, so only 2 points have been assigned for high triglyceride levels.
If your triglyceride levels are too high, don't take flaxseed.
There is no general agreement on what is a high triglyceride level.
Omega-3 fatty acids, for example, may help lower triglyceride levels.
You can use diet and lifestyle changes to lower triglyceride levels.
Diet and lifestyle changes are the first steps you will take to lower triglyceride levels.