If you have high triglycerides, a healthcare provider may recommend several treatment options, such as lifestyle changes or certain medications. Some lifestyle changes that may help to reduce triglycerides include changing your diet, losing weight, and reducing your consumption of alcohol. For most people, these steps will lower triglycerides to a normal level. If you are unable to adequately lower your level using these methods, your healthcare provider may recommend medications, such as statins, fibrates, or nicotinic acid.
(For more information, click Lowering Triglycerides. This eMedTV article offers more detailed information on the various ways to lower your triglyceride levels and what your healthcare provider may recommend. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
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