According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the risk from mercury by eating fish and shellfish is not a health concern for most people. 1  However, certain seafood might contain levels of mercury that may cause harm to an unborn baby (and especially its brain development and nervous system).
Limit Cholesterol and Saturated Fats. Circulating in the bloodstream, triglycerides are a type of stored fat comprised of fat and sugar molecules bound together. The University of Massachusetts Medical School notes that triglycerides are closely connected with âgoodâ blood cholesterol, or HDL. Any food that lowers HDL tends to raise triglycerides. Foods high in cholesterol and saturated fat elevate triglyceride levels, so limit your intake of fatty red meat, poultry skin, butter, lard, high-fat dairy products and shellfish.
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.