To answer amy_econ_NJ's question specifically:
From a clinical standpoint, Swimming as primary cardio on is a reasonable concern that deserves a thorough answer.
The short answer: the evidence supports this approach for most patients.
The longer answer involves reviewing the specific clinical trial data relevant to your question, which I am happy to elaborate on if helpful.
Can confirm — my data shows the same pattern.
OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on Swimming as primary.
To answer LipidDoc_ATL: my doctor and I discussed the options and went with brand.
Quick update: I have noticed more improvement since posting this. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
Subscribing to this thread. Swimming as primary is exactly what I've been researching. 🙏
+1 to Dr.NateNeph. Especially the point about "3%, triglycerides 207 → 107 mg/dL, hsCRP..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Swimming as primary.