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Certain changes in lifestyle can have a positive impact on raising HDL levels:[3]

Aerobic exercise Weight loss Smoking cessation Removing saturated and trans fatty acids from the diet Adding monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats to the diet Drinking 1-2 glasses of red wine a day Adding soluble fiber to diet Limiting intake of dietary fat to 30-35% of total caloriesHigh-density lipoproteins (HDL) form a class of lipoproteins, varying somewhat in their size (8-11 nm in diameter) and contents, that carry cholesterol from the body's tissues to the liver.

Because HDL can remove cholesterol from atheroma within arteries, and transport it back to the liver for excretion or re-utilization, they are sometimes called "good cholesterol". When measuring cholesterol, any contained in HDL particles serves as protection to the body's cardiovascular health. (In contrast to "bad" LDL cholesterol.)

HDL are the smallest of the lipoproteins. They are the densest because they contain the highest proportion of protein. They contain the A class of apolipoproteins.[1] The liver synthesises these lipoproteins as complexes of apolipoproteins and phospholipid, which resemble cholesterol-free flattened spherical lipoprotein particles. They are capable of picking up cholesterol, carried internally, from cells they interact with. A plasma enzyme called lecithin-cholesterol acyltransferase (LCAT) converts the free cholesterol into cholesteryl ester (a more hydrophobic form of cholesterol) which is then sequestered into the core of the lipoprotein particle eventually making the newly synthesized HDL spherical. They increase in size as they circulate through the bloodstream and incorporate more cholesterol molecules into their structure. Thus it is the concentration of large HDL particles which more accurately reflects protective action, as opposed to the concentration of total HDL particles.[2] This ratio of large HDL to total HDL particles varies widely and is only measured by more sophisticated lipoprotein assays using either electrophoresis, the original method developed in the 1970s or newer NMR spectroscopy methods, developed in the 1990s.

Men tend to have noticeably lower HDL levels, with smaller size and lower cholesterol content, than women. Men also have an increased incidence of atherosclerotic heart disease.

Epidemiological studies have shown that high concentrations of HDL (over 60 mg/dL) have protective value against cardiovascular diseases (such as ischemic stroke and myocardial infarction). Low concentrations of HDL (below 40 mg/dL for men, below 50 mg/dL for women) are a positive risk factor for these atherosclerotic diseases.

HDL particles are not inherently protective. It is only the HDL particles which become the largest, i.e. are actually picking up and carrying cholesterol, which are protective. There is no reliable relationship between total HDL and large HDL, and more sophisticated analyses which actually measure large HDL, not just total, correlate much better with clinical outcomes.

In the stress response, serum amyloid A, which is one of the acute phase proteins and an apolipoprotein, is under the stimulation of cytokines (IL-1, IL-6) and cortisol produced in the liver and carried to the damaged tissue incorporated into HDL particles. At the inflammation site, it attracts and activates leukocytes. In chronic inflammations, its deposition in the tissues manifests itself as amyloidosis. olive oil- fyi

Olive oil A nourishing baby massage oil used for babies up to 2 years of age for making them Active.

Frequently asked questions Q When is it safe to begin massaging the baby?

A. 	A. It is safe to begin massaging from the first week itself if you choose the right massaging oil. Safe and gentle are important attributes of an oil to be eligible to use in the first month. You can try Dabur Baby Olive Oil as it has been developed keeping in mind the tender skin of a new born baby. Q Is massaging the baby necessary?

A. 	Yes, massaging lays a strong foundation for your baby, helping him to grow and develop well. Massaging helps the baby gain weight, makes his bones & muscles strong, relieves colic and other digestive problems, improves sleep pattern, stimulates blood circulation, flushes away metabolic waste and improves skin disorders. Above all, massaging is that magical time when you and your baby have each other’s undivided attention. Increased eye contact and baby talk deepens bonding, developing a warm, positive relationship Q How does massaging benefit the baby?

A. 	Massaging lays a strong foundation for your baby, helping him to grow and develop well. Massaging helps the baby gain weight, makes his bones & muscles strong, relieves colic and other digestive problems, improves sleep pattern, stimulates blood circulation, flushes away metabolic waste and improves skin disorders. Above all, massaging is that magical time when you and your baby have each other’s undivided attention. Increased eye contact and baby talk deepens bonding, developing a warm, positive relationship. Q How many times a day should a massage be given to the baby?

A. 	The baby should be massaged twice a day – once in the morning before his bath and then in the evening / night before he sleeps. The massage frequency should be increased to thrice a day when the baby is about to reach his critical milestones like crawling, walking, etc. Q	 Should the baby be given a bath after massage?

A. 	The baby should not be bathed immediately after massage. A 30 minute gap is ideal. Q Till what age should the massage of the baby be continued?

A. 	Massaging the baby for the first 18 months is absolutely essential. It is however useful to continue massaging the baby for longer. Children of all ages thoroughly enjoy being massaged and respond well to the relaxing strokes. So continue massaging your baby as long as possible. Q Should the baby be massaged both in summer and winter?

A. 	Yes, massaging the baby is necessary for his overall development and needs to be done continuously in all seasons. Q What should be the number of times the baby should be massaged - In Summers - In Winters

A. 	In summers: 2 times a day In winters: 3 times a day

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