Cholesterol levels

What is cholesterol levels?

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is found in all cells of the body. Your body needs some cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help you digest foods. There are two types:

• LDL cholesterol - the "bad" cholesterol that can build up in your arteries


• HDL cholesterol - the "good" cholesterol that helps remove LDL cholesterol from your arteries

Understanding Cholesterol Levels

Your cholesterol levels are measured through a blood test that reports:

• Total cholesterol - overall amount of cholesterol


• LDL cholesterol - the unhealthy kind


• HDL cholesterol - the healthy kind


• Triglycerides - another type of fat in your blood

The NHS and American Heart Association recommend:

• Total cholesterol below 200 mg/dL


• LDL cholesterol below 100 mg/dL


• HDL cholesterol of 60 mg/dL or higher


• Triglycerides below 150 mg/dL

*Having high cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death globally.*

Improving Cholesterol Levels

Here are steps you can take to improve cholesterol levels:

• Eat a healthy diet low in saturated and trans fats


• Exercise for 30 minutes 5 times a week


• Reach and maintain a healthy weight


• Limit alcohol and quit smoking


• Take medication if prescribed by your doctor

Medications like statins work by reducing LDL production in the liver. Lifestyle changes enhance medication effects.

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