It's easy to get in the habit of thinking of cholesterol as something that needs to be lowered at all costs. But as you can see, cholesterol is necessary for your body to function properly. The danger is when bad forms of cholesterol skyrocket, as well as when triglycerides are too high...
What Is Cholesterol? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) explains that there are different kinds of cholesterol [1]. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol carries extra cholesterol from cells to the liver so the body can get rid of it. That is why HDL cholesterol is cal...
Cholesterol 100 mg/dL HDL 30 mg/dL LDL 51 mg/dL VLDL 19 mg/dL Triglycerides 95 mg/dL TSH 2.02 mIU/m Byanon61475— On Jan 20, 2010 My total cholesterol is 168 but my triglycerides are 222. i know i need to exercise. i am 5'6 and weigh 169. I do not eat a lot of junk fo...
@ Chicada- Most vegetables are not great HDL cholesterol foods, but eating a large salad per day will not hurt as long as it is not drenched in dressings high in saturated fats. Most vegetables only contain trace amounts of plant sterols (the stuff that raises good cholesterol). If you ...
Physical activity, such as exercise, can help lower your total cholesterol level and maintain a healthy weight. Physical activity can also help increase your HDL cholesterol level. Work with your healthcare provider to create an program that is right for you. Get at least 30 to 40 minutes of...
HDL cholesterol is the housekeeper when it comes to cholesterol. It picks up excess cholesterol throughout the body and delivers it to the liver where it’s removed. My doctor says I have hyperlipidemia. What does that mean? Hyperlipidemia is another name for high cholesterol. Sometimes, high...
My HLL is 27.7 while my LDL is 85. It is normal. Byanon158556— On Mar 07, 2011 thanks for the information. it was really helpful. Byjustyna— On Oct 31, 2008 HDL (High density lipoproteins) and LDL (low density lipoproteins) are the types of cholesterol. we need cholesterol to live...
For starters, all of your cells can create cholesterol. This is good because every cell in your body needs it to form protective membranes. Your body actually monitors your cells, and if it senses that a cell doesn't have enough cholesterol, it will produce more. Choleste...
- HDL (high-density lipoprotein): “good,” healthy cholesterol. It takes extra cholesterol out of arteries and delivers it to the liver, removing it from the body. How do I know if I need to lower my cholesterol? There are three tests to talk about with your...
What Is a Lipid Panel? A lipid panel is one of several important health screenings you need. It is a blood test your doctor uses to measure: HDL, or “good” cholesterol. Higher is better. LDL, or “bad” cholesterol. Lower is better. ...