Deductible is the amount of money you pay for eligible medical expenses in a calendar year. After deductible is met, you pay nothing or you share the remaining costs with you company up to out-of-pocket maximum. Deductibles may vary depending on whether medical services are received in or out-of-network.
The normal level of triglycerides is 150 mg/dL. The risk of developing heart disease doubles when triglyceride levels are above 200. High levels of triglycerides are common in people who are overweight, who have diabetes or who have low high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.
1 Alcohol is high in calories and sugar and has a particularly potent effect on triglycerides. 2  Even small amounts of alcohol can raise triglyceride levels. 3  Exercise regularly. 4  Aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity on most or all days of the week. Also known as omega-3 fatty acids, fish oil supplements can help lower your triglycerides. 2  High doses are needed, however, so this option is often reserved for people who have triglyceride levels over 500 mg/dL (5.7 mmol/L). 3  Fibrates.