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Old 01-06-2012, 06:20 AM
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What sends up a red flag to me is the 20 to 25 miles per week of running etc.. Sounds a bit excessive and can itself cause stress (raising cortisol levels). And "diet" can mean anything.
Never had any health professional advise that high mileage would increase cortisol and thereby increase LDL . . Dont run anymore due to Knee and foot issues but do walk, and golf quite a bit. Apreciate your input