One of the most common questions I hear from patients is, "My cholesterol was flagged as abnormal, but you told me everything looked good. How can that be?" Recently, a patient named Rose asked ...
Total cholesterol levels of 125-200 mg/dL are optimal for heart health. Genetics, diet, activity levels, smoking, and excessive drinking can affect your cholesterol levels. Regular exercise and a ...
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New high cholesterol guidelines for women and how to bring your levels down
If your doctor has ever told you to "keep an eye on your numbers," here's good news: The rules around what's considered high cholesterol have gotten clearer-and a little more personal. In March, the ...
Increased LDL-C remains the primary target, but for patients with high triglycerides (more than 150 mg/dL), non-HDL cholesterol is the focus. Non-HDL includes all the bad types of cholesterol. “The ...
Triglyceride levels indicate the amount of these fats in the blood. Levels may vary based on age and other factors. A simple blood test can determine an individual’s levels. Triglyceride levels may ...
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